The Mindshift Backlight 26L is a versatile and lightweight outdoor backpack offering 26 liters of storage, including space for personal items such as essential outdoor gear.

I only brought a backpack on my recent 10-day trip to Guatemala. To help you pack lighter, here are my favorite multifunctional gear and essentials to maximize bag space.

Whatever attracts you to the ocean the most is enough of a reason to make you consider settling down in a beach town on a permanent basis. These are some of the most affordable beach towns in America.