The Ultimate Packing List

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As we have already established, I am an avid list maker. Therefore, I could never plan any sort of trip, long or short, without a packing list. Below I have put together the ultimate packing list for you so that you never forget anything again!

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Pre-Departure Necessities

• Passport/Visas
• Emergency Contact Information & Hotel/Tour Contacts
• Copies of Tickets/Passports/Photo IDs
• Transportation Tickets
• Cash & Credit/Debit Cards
• Personal Identification
• Guide Books & Maps
• Reservations & Itineraries
• Travel Insurance Information

Luggage

• Suitcase
• Compression bags
• Packing cubes
• Jewelry organizer
• Toiletry bag

Toiletries

Even if I am traveling for a few days, I love to carry travel-size toiletries. They take up less space and allow you more room for other things, or to bring souvenirs home with you!

• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Body Wash
• Toothpaste
• Toothbrush
• Deodorant
• Face Cream
• Hand Lotion
• Hand Sanitizer (for personal item carry-on)
• Eye Drops (for personal item carry-on)
• Contact Lens Solution
• Chapstick
• Travel-Size or Sample Size of Make-Up and Skin Care Items
• Make-up remover wipes
• Saline Nasal Spray (for personal item carry-on)
• Rejuvenating Face Spray (for personal item carry-on)
• Hair Ties/Bobby Pins/Hair Clip
• Travel-Size Hair Brush
• Travel-Size Razor/Shaving Cream
• Hair Styling Products
• Q-tips (I can’t travel anywhere without these)
• Sunscreen
• Cologne/perfume
• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Floss
• Nail File/Clippers
• Tweezers

Remember, for your carry on all liquids must be under 3oz. They must also all fit into a quart-size baggie.

You can even get a neat travel size toiletry kit like this that has just about everything you would need!

Personal Item Carry On

• Ipad/Tablet/E-Reader
• Chargers
• Headphones
• Extra Battery
• Puzzle Books
• Travel Pillow
• Travel Blanket
• Eye Mask
• Ear plugs
• USB Cord
• Water bottle with filter
• Compression socks
• Gum
• Mints
• TSA Approved Snacks
• Travel-Size Medications
• Travel-Size Tissues
• Notebook & Pen
• Book/Magazine

Everyday Basics

• Lightweight clothing for layering
• T-Shirts
• Dress Shirts
• Casual Shirts
• Sweater/Sweatshirt
• Pants
• Belt (check out this plastic belt and this belt to keep your money safe!)
• Shorts
• Dresses
• Skirts
• Pajamas/Sleepwear
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sandals
• Flip Flops
• Dress Shoes
• Hat
• Gloves
• Small jacket
• Shawl or scarf
• Socks
• Underwear
• Swimsuit/Cover Up
• Rain Jacket
• Sunglasses
• Camera/Extra Memory Card/Charger
• Adapters
• Watch or travel clock

Travel Health

• Pain Reliever
• Fever Reducer
• Sinus Medication
• Cold Medicine
• Stomach Relief
• Personal Prescriptions
• Motion Sickness Medication
• Vitamins
• Throat lozenges
• Antibiotic Ointment
• Band Aids
• Small Fist Aid Kit

Most of these items can be found in a convenient travel size.

Other/Optional

• Binoculars
• Language Phrase Book
• Umbrella
• Travel Journal
• Travel bag (Anti-Theft)
• Neck wallet
• Laundry Kit
• Sewing Kit
• Headlamp/Flashlight
• Extra Quart Size Baggies
• Wash cloths to throw away (some places don’t offer them)

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I hope this list helps you to never forget anything again! Please comment and let me know if there is anything that I missed and what your favorite travel items are!

Until next time,

Catherine