Things to pack that you wouldn't always think of

[bgirl]

One thing I think is important to pack into your bag that you wouldn't necessarily think of... STRING!

It can be used for so many things... as a clothesline at a hostel, to hold your backpack together if it starts to fall apart... the possibilities are endless!

Plus, it doesn't take up much space and doesn't weigh much

[khalinen]

Some kind of container to hold extra food. I found I would make too much food, and travelling alone, didn't always have someone to share with.
A small tupperware container would do the trick to avoid wasting food and would be good for a lunch on the go.