When packing for vacation, bring the essentials. A packing list can help you remember everything you need and save you time. We came up with a list of over seventy items for you to consider taking on your next trip. No wonder packing takes so long!
Below are a few tips and packing lists of essentials for different types of vacations - packing for skiing, packing for the Bahamas, or packing for any vacation!
If you are a paper and pen type of person, print out the list and feel free to check it off. Here is a link to the google doc for you to print. Lists are sorted by tabs at the bottom of the sheet.
Before you leave for your trip:
Make copies of the credit cards you are taking, your driver's license, and your passport.
Create an emergency contact list and let those on your list know where you are going. If you have a good relationship with your travel agent, make sure they have your contact list, too.
If you are traveling overseas, you might want to take local currency. Identify where to get cash for your destination and shop rates.
When thinking about what to take with you, ask yourself:
How many days will you be gone on vacation?
How many nights will you be staying and will you need evening clothes?
Do you have unique plans like an opera or a special dinner that requires a unique outfit?
What do I need, and what can I leave behind?
Your Vacation Packing List
Must brings
Money
ID, Passport & Visas
Travel Docs
VAX cards and docs
Emergency contact information
Tickets for tours, shows, busses, trains, planes, or events
Jewelry (maybe more of a nice to bring)
Electronics - Plug 'em in.
Phone Charger
Phone
Computer or Tablet
Computer or Tablet chargers
Accessorize!
Glasses or Contact lenses
Sunglasses
Hats
Toiletries for _____ days
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body Wash or Soap
Face wash
Face moisturizer
Washcloth or scrubby
Hairstyling products
Sunscreen
Hairbrush or comb
Dryer, curling irons, flat irons
Deodorant
Perfume or Cologne
Lotion
Razor & Shaving Cream
Ladies products
Insect repellent
Makeup
Medicine and Vitamins
The Basics
Underwear (tops and bottoms) for _____ days
Sleeping wear for _____ days
Casual Daywear for _____ days!
Shirts
Shorts/Pants/Jeans
Skirts
Dresses
Sox
Belts
Evening or Business Wear for _____ nights
Collared shirts
Slacks
Jackets
Dresses
Blouses
Sox or stockings
Suits
Belts
Ties
Gown or Tux
Exercise clothes for _____ days.
Besides counting the number of days you plan to exercise. Are you also committing the number os push ups you'll do?
Exercise Tops
Exercise Bottoms
Exercise Sox
Exercise undergarments (tops and bottoms)
A splash perhaps at the pool...
Bathing suits for _____ days
Coverup
Plastic bag for a wet suit
Rain & Cold Weather Gear
Coat
Jacket
Umbrella
Shoes - it can so hard to choose which shoes.
Tennis, athletic, or hiking shoes
Pool shoes or flip flops
Walking around during the day shoes
Going out at night shoes
Business meeting shoes
Emergency/other travel items
First aid kit
A power converter for international travel
Laundry wash
Laundry bag
Binoculars
"When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money." - Susan Heller
Stuff Beaching or Cruising
Bathing suits
Beach coverups
Snorkel and mask
Goggles for swimming
Dive gear and dive card
Fins
Sunhat
Beach bag
Reusable water bottle
Key card lanyard or key holder
Extra Stuff for Skiing and Boarding
Specialty shoes like snowshoes, ski boots, snowboard boots
Helmet
Goggles
Ski/Board Glasses
Mittens/Gloves
Neck gator
Hat, headband, and/or earmuffs
Face cover
Body braces or wraps like a knee brace
Long Underwear (tops and bottoms)
Fleece shirts
Ski/Board Jacket
Ski/Board pants
Sweaters
Bathing Suit for the hot tub
Skis or snowboard
Ski bag or board bag
Walkie Talkies
We hope our lists will help you pack more efficiently and avoid forgetting anything. A packing list might include clothes, toiletries, medications, technology, and other items, depending on the length of the trip. Here are some packing lists for different types of trips - packing for skiing or packing for the Bahamas! If you’re not sure where to start with your own packing list – print out one from our google doc (list tabs at the bottom) and leave comments for things we may have missed. Happy Trails!
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