One thing that I know travellers share in common is a mutual dislike for the stress often associated with packing. Airlines are always coming out with creative ways to come up with rules to reduce the dimension and weight of your luggage, and slapping ridiculous fees when it comes a luggage being slightly overweight. It can be a serious challenge trying to constantly balance trying to manage what’s essential and what can be foregone in your suitcase.
Since you already know how much I love to travel, I figured I would share a packing list of everything you might want to consider packing for your trip. The best part about the list is that it can be your one-stop-list for all kinds of trips: casual / work-related / and so on! I hope you find this list helpful and let me know what you think about travel posts like this!
Basics
- Cash
- Credit cards
- ATM/Debit Cards
- Luggage/Carry-On Bag
Travel Information
Pro Tip! Make a photocopy (electronic on your phone and paper x2) for yourself to leave in your suitcase and have one on you at all times, and make sure to leave a copy with family/friends!
- Passport
- Visas
- Driver’s License
- Itinerary
- Maps/Directions
- Travel tickets / e-ticket
- Travel/Booking confirmations
- Travel guides
Toilettries
- Toothbrush / toothpaste / floss
- Deodorant / baby powder
- Shampoo / conditioner
- Brush / comb
- Hair accessories
- Hair tools (curling / flat iron)
- Sunscreen
- Facial cleanser
- Hair removal products (Creams / waxes
- Moisturizer / lip balm
- Makeup / makeup remover
- Birth control / fem hygiene
- Hand sanitizer
- Tissues
- Tweezers
- Insect repellent
- Prescription
- Pain reliever / vitamins
- First Aid Kit
- Contact lenses / backup + contact lens solution
Make Up
- Foundation / concealer
- Powder
- Mascara
- Eyeliner
- Lip gloss / lipstick
- Eyeshadows
- Blush / bronzer
Technology
- Cellphone / Tablet + Charger
- Laptop + Charger
- Camera + Charger
- Extra memory media/card
- Charger on the go
- iPod / music player
- Noise-cancelling headphones
- Voltage adapters
Clothes – Basics
- Underwear to last at least a week (Pro Tip! Always bring more than less!)
- Socks
- Bras
- Sleepwear
Work Clothes
- Suits
- Skirts
- Dresses (Casual / formal)
- Shirts (Non-iron to prevent creases
- Slacks
Casual
- T-Shirts
- Jeans
- Workout clothes
- Swimwear
Outerwear
- Sweaters
- Jackets
- Coat/Raincoat
- Hats/Gloves/Scarfs/Earmuffs
Footwear
- Athletic/workout shoes
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Work/evening formal shoes
Accessories
- Belts
- Ties
- Jewelry
- Wristwatches
- Glasses / case
- Sunglasses
- Day bag
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Now it’s your turn! What do you think of this list? As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Share with me comment section or through Twitter or Instagram!
Ah, I love travel posts. I am writing up a short travel post right now, too, actually, talking about weekend getaways and traveling light – carry-ons only!