There is nothing like a good basic travel packing list to keep you from forgetting your underwear at home when traveling afar. Without it, you undoubtedly forget something and spend the first days of your vacation in a fray to find a replacement.
Basic Travel Packing List
This basic list should be modified in function of the type of place you are going and the number of days of travel. A rule of thumb is to pack about a week’s worth of clothes even if you are traveling for longer and just do a load of laundry weekly.
Clothes
- Night- Time Wear (Gender Specific, Dresses, Suits Etc)
- Weather Ware (Beachware, Skiware, Jungleware)
- Workout Clothes
- T-Shirts
- Pants (And/Or Skirts)
- Underwear (And Bras. Don’t Forget Sports)
- Socks
- Panty Hose/ Elegant Socks
- Pjs
- Tank Tops For Hot/ Long Sleeve Comfy Shirts For Cold
Cosmetics
- Shaver + Shaving Gel + Aftershave
- Intimate Wash
- Facial Cream+ Serum+ Oil
- Sunscreen Face+ Sunscreen Body
- Fragrance
- Deodorant
- Toothbrush + Toothpaste+ Floss+ Mouthwash
- Feminine Sanitary Products
- Contraception
- Hair Brush/Comb
- Shampoo+ Conditioner+ Leave-In+ Gel+ Mousse+ Serum
- Makeup (Mascara, Eyeliner, Shadows, Brushes, Blush, Cover-Up, Lipstick & Liner)
- Tweezers
- Nail Clippers
- Nail Polish Remover
Jewelry (Costume- Nothing Expensive Unless It Is Applicable)
- Watch
- Earrings Nice + Simple
- Necklaces
- Bracelets
Miscellaneous
- Vitamins
- Sweeteners (Aka Stevia)
- Headache Relief Pills
- Digestion Pills (Anti-Constipation; Diarrhea; Gas Etc)
- Contraception Pills
- Laundry Detergent
- Arm Wallet/ Fanny Pack
- Computer
- Friends Phone Numbers
- Foreign SIM Card
- Books
- Cell Phone
- Glasses, Contact Solution, Case And Extra Pairs
- Multiple Sizes Of Zip-Top Bags
Bags
- Travel Wallet
- Daytime Purse
- Purse For Going Out
- Fanny Pack
- Beach Bag
Extras (Pack In Luggage Or Carry-On)
- Eye Pillow
- Neck Pillow
- Ear Plugs
- Bathroom Spray
- Flushable Wipes
- Charger
- Adaptor
- Sun Hat
Shoes
- Heels
- Sneakers
- Beach Shoes
- Walking Shoes
- Sandals
- Special Shoes (Dancing, Golf, Climbing, Waterproof)
Documents And More
- Passport(S)
- Flight Tickets; Hotel Confirmation; Transportation Confirmation; All Reservations
- Emergency List Of Contact Numbers For Your Credit Card Company And Airline
- A Pen
- Tour Confirmation
- Transfer Confirmation
- Cash
- Foreign Money
- Medical Card
- Limited Credit And Debit Cards
Carry-On
- I.D
- Medications
- A Change Of Clothes, Extra Socks And A Bathing Suit (If Your Bag Gets Lost)
- Snacks
- Passport (For International Travel)
- Pen (To Fill Out Forms)
- Eye Mask
- Headphones
- Hand Sanitizer
- Light Jacket, Sweatshirt Or Scarf
- Ear Plugs
- Sleep Aids
- Glasses And Contact Case With Solution
- Entertainment, Such As Books, Magazines
- Ipad/Tablet With Some Movies Downloaded Onto It And/Or Ereader With Chargers
- Radio Or Ipod With Dock
- Phone Charger
- Camera With Charger
Beach Vacation
- Ziploc Bags To Store Wet Clothes
- A Second Swimsuit For When One Is Wet
- A Beach Bag
- Beach Coverup(S)
- Flip Flops
- Sunhat
- Waterproof Shoes For Walking On The Beach
- Sunscreen
- Aloe Vera Gel
- Insect Repellant (Try Essential Oils)
- Sunglasses
- Beach Blanket
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Umbrella (if not provided by hotel)
- Towels (if not provided by hotel)
- Water Shoes
- Water Toys
- Goggles
- Floatation Devices
- Frisbee
- Beach Ball Set
- Handheld Fan
- Snorkel Gear (if not provided by hotel or you prefer your own)
- Diving Certification
Winter Vacation
- Thermal Leggings
- Thermal Top
- Sweaters And/ Or Sweatshirts
- Winter Boots
- Warm Long Socks
- A Warm Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Winter Coat
- Moisturizer
Safari/ Jungle
- Flashlight
- Binoculars
- Waterproof Camera Bag (Not Black As It Overheats)
- Insect Repellant
- Optional: Mosquito Net
- Preventative Medications
- Hiking Shoes
- Sneakers
- Flip-Flops
- Hand Sanitizer
- Travel Alarm
- Refillable Water Bottle With A Filter
- Waterproof Matches
- Eye Cover
A Cruise
- Formal Attire
- Duffel Bag (For Day Excursions)
- Anti-Nausea Medication (Non-Drowsy Motion Sickness Medication Or Sea-Band Wristbands)
- A Sweater (For The Ocean Breeze)
- Travel Alarm Clock And Watch
- Night Light Or Flashlight For In Your Cabin
- Goggles
- Water Shoes
- Snorkel Gear
- Diving Certification
Do Before You Leave
- Let credit cards know you are traveling
- Put mail on-hold
Hopefully, you remember everything on your list. If not, buy something new on your trip. If you have any other questions that you want to ask travelers and locals, chat with them on TriplnR. In the end, it will be a great souvenir!
