The ultimate travel packing list

Essential Clothing

• Underwear
• Socks
• Bras
• T-shirts
• Casual shirts
• Dress shirts
• Dresses
• Jeans or long pants
• Shorts
• Skirts
• Pyjamas or sleepwear
• Workout gear

Essential Accessories

• Belts
• Umbrella
• Tote or small carry bag
• Jewelry
• Hat
• Towel
• Laundry kit
• Dirty laundry bag
• Spare batteries
• Camera, charger and memory card
• Portable speaker and charger
• Money belt
• Bag or combination lock
• Sneaky booze

Footwear

• Formal shoes or heels
• Sneakers or everyday walking shoes
• Boots
• Flip flops, sliders or sandals
• Walking/hiking boots

Toiletries

• Deodorant
• Perfume or cologne
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Dental floss
• Mouthwash
• Shampoo and conditioner
• Shower gel or soap
• Shower loofah or scrubber
• Antihistamines
• Pain relievers (paracetamol or ibuprofen)
• Cold & flu medication and throat lozenges
• First aid strips (plasters)
• Contraception/condoms
• Vitamins
• Night-time retainers
• Covid tests

Tip: If you're travelling by plane, most countries around the world have limits on how much carry-on liquid you can bring with you. Check out our guide on plane liquid allowances here.

Beauty Accessories

• Hair brush
• Hair products/gel
• Feminine hygiene products
• Styling tools (hair straightener, blow dryer etc.)
• Razor or trimmer (plus accessories and charger)
• Shaving cream
• Moisturiser
• Tweezers
• Nail clippers/scissors
• Makeup
• Makeup remover
• Cotton buds (Q-Tips)
• Nail file
• Face cleanser and lotions
• Vitamins
• Night-time retainers
• Covid tests

In the Sun

• Sunscreen
• Tanning lotion
• After-sun lotion
• Beach towel
• Swim shorts
• Swimwear/bikini
• Casual beach outfits
• Cover-ups or sarong
• Swimming goggles
• Swimming ear plugs or aqua ear drops

Cold Weather Gear

• Jumpers, hoodies or sweaters
• Jackets or coats (including rainproof)
• Gloves
• Beanie
• Scarf
• Thermals (base layer tops and bottoms)
• Long sleeve shirts
• Snow boots
• Tracksuit top and bottoms
• Long socks
• Winter pyjamas

Snow or Ski Trips

• Snowboard or skis, accessories and bindings
• Ski jacket
• Ski gloves
• Ski pants
• Ski goggles
• Spare backpack for the slopes
• Snowboard boots
• Ski socks/long
• Refillable water bottle
• Neck warmer
• Helmet
• Multi-tool (screwdrivers and allen keys)
• Deep heat or anti-inflammatory gel (trust us!)

Formalwear

• Formal shirts or outfits
• Formal trousers
• Suit (in suit bag)
• Tie or bowtie and tie clips
• Cufflinks
• Pocket square
• Formal belt
• Formal shoes or heels

Work Trip

• Work laptop, charger and adapters
• Laptop stand (gamechanger!)
• Keyboard, mouse and spare batteries
• Headphones to take calls
• Notepad and pen
• Briefcase or carry bag

Camping and outdoor

• Sleeping bag
• Camping pillow
• Blow up bed and accessories
• Tent and accessories
• Stove and fuel
• Cooking utensils
• Cups or mugs
• Plates
• Cutlery
• Washing up liquid
• Matches
• Torch
• Insect repellent
• Water filter
• Dry bag
• Hiking footwear
• Swiss army knife
• Neck buff

Kids

• Nappies
• Toys
• Dummies
• Baby wipes
• Baby carrier or buggy
• Travel cot
• Day bag
• Water bottles
• Bibs
• Bottles

Things to check before you go

• Checked in online for flights
• Check if you need a visa
• All power plugs switched off
• All kitchen items switched off
• Iron switched off
• All windows shut
• All doors locked
• One last time - Have you got the house keys?