How to Pack for the End of the World

Well, I am feeling mildly prepared and you know I’m always over-accessorized, so…

Let’s be honest. The vibes are apocalyptic.

But if we’re going down, we might as well do it with good skincare, smart layers, and a working VPN.

Whether you’re navigating a collapsing democracy, fleeing a heat dome, or just trying to stay sane while checking the news in three languages—this is your carry-on checklist for modern survival.

Call it: The Dystopian Jetsetter’s Guide to Not Losing Your Mind (or Passport).

Your Passport — and a Backup Plan

If you’ve got a second passport, now’s not the time to be humble.

Your EU citizenship could be the difference between fascism and a long lunch in Lisbon.

Don’t have one? At the very least:

• Scan and print all your IDs

• Keep copies in a cloud and a ziplock

• Memorize at least one embassy number that isn’t your mom’s

Because “I swear I’m a citizen!” doesn’t work well at a checkpoint.

A Burner Phone + A VPN

Forget Airplane Mode. We’re going Resistance Mode.

• VPN = your digital inv…