It’s next to impossible to plan for every travel experience. It’s even more difficult to pack for every contingency. That’s why sometimes you just have to become MacGyver and just use what you got.

A bunched up sweatshirt becomes a pillow. A Ziplock bag and some soap become a washing machine. And a few inches of snow become an excellent cooler.

What clever ideas have you had on the road? Have you ever channeled your inner Bear Grylls? Share your greatest stories of improvisation in the comments.