Blogger Conference Essentials: What to Pack!

Hi guys! So,  I’ve been gearing up for a few weeks for BlogHer 17! When I first began blogging, one of my goals was to attend a blogger conference. For some reason I felt like going to one would mean it was real, that I’m actually a blogger. I don’t know why I felt like that was the deciding factor. Needless to say, I am beyond excited to be attending my first ever conference, BlogHer 17. 

As you may know, these conferences are not cheap. $400 for a ticket, $600 for a hotel room + travel costs. NUTS. So when I received an email from BlogHer announcing it was in Orlando I knew no matter what, I was going to try to attend. It’s only 2 hours away! But, being the hesitant person that I am, I didn’t jump all over purchasing the early bird ticket and it worked to my advantage.  I had the opportunity to apply to be a BlogHer 17 volunteer! So, if you’re going make sure you find me and say hi! I don’t know what my ‘job’ will be yet, but I am excited!

Since this is my first conference, I’ve been doing a ton of research and compiled this list of items that will be essential!

Blogger Conference Essentials:

Pen + Paper: I’m old school guys. Also, I don’t really want to lug my laptop around in my shoulder bag the entire time. However, something to jot down your notes and thought while at the different events is going to be a MUST. 

Portable Phone Charger: This makes me laugh, because this isn’t an essential in my everyday life. It is an essential in my mother’s life, though! I’m taking tips from her and making sure I have one. The events are all day and would hate to not be able to use my phone due to it being dead. I want to make sure I can insta story and take tons of pictures with everyone I meet.

Camera:  A lot of people said not to bring your DSLR, but I recently purchase a Sony a7 for this exact reason. It’s small enough to travel with and keep in my bag but still captures amazing photos. I personally like to have quality photos over iPhone photos, so It’s part of me blogger conference essentials! 

Business Cards + Holder: Have some business cards made up, because the connections you’re going to make are going to be worth it! You’ll be giving a lot of cards and receiving a lot, so having a holder is just as important. Plus, who doesn’t like to be organized.

I had some cards designed by Danielle Connor and I’m so happy I did. She was very easy to work with and took a load off my shoulders. Check her out!

Snacks:  This was a trend while I was going my research. I can totally see why. A full day of events and seminars you’re going to get hungry between meals. Pack your bag with something you can easily snack on. 

So excited to attend BlogHer 17 this year and really excited to meet you guys! 

If you’ve ever been to a conference I’d also love to know what your blogger conference essentials are. Let me know below!