You have your tickets.
Your passport.
Your sense of adventure.
You think you're ready for your trip of a lifetime; but don't overlook the details.
A forgotten swim suit, medication, or power converter can turn your trip to paradise into a panicked scramble as you search for replacements far from home.
We hope you find the below Packing Checklist helpful. Use it as a guide to the little things; things that might not seem small when you realize you forgot them...
Packing Checklist
Basics
- Main Travel Bag
- Daypack/Carry-On Bag
- Pack-it Cubes & Folders (for clothes, small stuff & toiletries)
- Money Belt / Security Pouch (for passport, tickets, and currency)
- Document Organizer
- TSA Locks
- 3-1-1 Custom Bottles & Bag
- Zip-top Plastic Bags
- Compression Packers
- Travel Alarm
- Spare Glasses, Contacts
- Address Book
- Photos of your Companions
- Tissues
- Expandable Tote Bag
- Travel Games/Playing Cards
Personal Care Items
- Toiletry Kit
- Personal Hygiene Items
- Nail Clippers
- Pain Reliever, Antacids
- Insect Repellant
- Sunscreen, Lip Balm
- First Aid Kit, Band-Aids
- Washcloth
- Vitamins
- Motion Sickness Remedy
- Laundry Kit, Travel Soap
- Microfiber Travel Towel
- Hand Sanitizer
- Disinfectant Wipes
- Flashlight
- Sewing Kit
Clothing
- Walking Shoes, Hiking boots
- Sandals, Flip Flops
- Dress Shoes
- Socks & Hosiery
- Belts & Accessories
- Skirts, Dress
- Casual Pants & Shorts
- T-Shirts (short & long sleeve)
- Sport Coat & Dress Pants
- Suit & Dress Shirts
- Necktie, Silk Scarf
- Sweaters, Jacket
- Swim Wear, Sarong
- Sun Hat
- Sleep Wear
Carry-On Bag
- Lotion
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Liquid Makeup
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Sunscreen
- Deodorant
- Perfume/Cologne
- Hand Sanitizer
- Disinfectant Wipes
- Purse, Security Wallet, Coin Purse
- Microfiber Travel Towel/Blanket
- Copies of Documents
- Medications
- Camera, Film, Batteries
- Healthy Snack & Water
- Comfort Neck Pillow,
- Sleep Shade & Ear Plugs
- Toothbrush
- Change of clothes
- Glasses, Sunglasses
- iPod, CD Player, CD’s
- Reading Material
- Laptop Computer & battery
- Cell Phone & charger
- Converters, Adapters
Home Checklist
- Advise bank of future foreign credit card use
- Stop deliveries
- Have post office hold mail
- Advise home alarm company of absence
- Arrange for care of pets, lawn, and plants
- Re-set sprinklers
- Set-up a timed lighting system
- Stop newspaper
- Leave house key and trip itinerary with a neighbor & relative
- Clean out the refrigerator
- Eliminate possible fire hazards (unplug appliances, etc.)
- Turn off heater/air conditioner
- Store valuables in a safe place
- Lock all doors and windows
- Pre-pay bills
- Reconfirm/check-in online with airline
Pre-Departure
- Passport /Visa
- Health Documentation
- Airline/Train/Cruise Tickets
- Frequent Flyer Card
- Emergency Information
- Hotel Reservations
- Currency – US & Foreign
- Credit Card, ATM card
- Visa Travel Money Card
- Guidebooks & Maps
- Trip Cancellation/Medical Insurance
- Hotel/Tour Contact Info
- Personal Identification
- Copies of Airline tickets/Passport/etc.
- Special Event Reservations
Don't forget - your AAA office carries many items in the Basics, Personal Care, Pre-Departure, and Carry-On Bag categories.
Bon voyage!
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