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Last updated on January 2, 2021 By Dave Briggs 9 Comments

I love being bald – Why Being Bald Is Awesome When You Travel

From time to time, people ask me for my favourite travel tips are. In all honesty, being bald is the best one I can think of! Here's why I love being bald, and why I think it's awesome when you travel. 

Why being bald is awesome when you travel

I love being bald

Having hair is a pain. At least, I think it is. It's been some time since I've had any! In fact, I've had no hair for so long now, I honestly can't remember what it's like. And I like it this way. Life is simple. It's hassle free. And travelling is so much easier! Put simply, I love being bald!

Being Bald Is Awesome When You Travel

  • Pack Light – The sum total of the hair care products I take when I travel, is zero. Great isn't it! There's no need for a hairbrush, hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner, and all the other stuff that people have to use. It means my bags are always light (perfect for when I am bicycle touring!), and they also have more space left over. This is a great advantage when flying on budget airlines with just carry-on hand luggage!
  • A Huge Money Saver – I must have quite literally saved myself thousands of pounds over the last 20 years by having no hair. As I don't need to buy shampoo and all the other products that other people do, it's saved me a fortune. I've used all this money to travel with!
  • No Need To Find A Barber – Do people still call them barber's shops nowadays? Anyway, the last time I had my hair cut in a barbers shop was about 20 years ago. Since then, I just shave my head with a razor blade. This has not only saved me money (see above point), but also eliminates the hassle of having to find a barbers shop in a strange city.
  • It Saves Time – Like everyone else today, I never seem to have enough time. I really couldn't contemplate having to add on an extra half hour or more to my day for hair maintenance! How do those hipster guys do it? When you are bald, you are never late to catch a bus due to washing you hair!
  • Hot Water Cutting Off Not An Issue – Ever had the hot water cut off half way through washing your hair in a hostel or hotel? I haven't!

To conclude – Having no hair is the perfect travel tip. In fact, it surprises me that more long-term travellers, backpackers, and bicycle tourers don't do it. Are you ready to shave your head yet?

Why being bald is awesome when you travel!

Have I persuaded you that being bald is the perfect travel solution? Comments below please, and also share this with a smooth headed friend! And remember – Bald is beautiful!

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Comments

  1. Elena says

    January 10, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    That’s a cool post Dave! 😀

    Reply
  2. PTQL says

    January 8, 2017 at 4:41 am

    Can’t agree with you more! But I am biased, blessed with inadequate funicular activity for over 36 of my 61 years. I do sneak in a beard now and then.

    Reply
    • Dave Briggs says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:41 am

      I tried a beard… but it looks like I have my head on upside down!

      Reply
  3. Bob Andrews says

    January 7, 2017 at 11:07 pm

    well said. My wife won’t go anywhere without her hairdryer and straightners, grrrrrr.

    Reply
  4. João Leitão says

    January 7, 2017 at 10:32 am

    haha this is a great remark. Indeed much easier for you guys. I shared this post with a good friend of mine, he will love it.

    Reply
    • Dave Briggs says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:40 am

      Thanks for sharing it out!

      Reply
  5. Rhonda Albom says

    January 6, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    I am a huge fan of the looking on the “bright side”. I love this post and shared it with my hubby, who still needs some hair products, but fewer than me. There is one thing he needs to carry that I don’t – a hat. 🙂

    Reply
  6. The Mrs says

    January 6, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    I can definitely see myself travelling with a baldie! Means he can carry MY hair products 🙂

    Reply
    • Dave Briggs says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:40 am

      That is a downside 😀

      Reply

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