Packing can be one of the hardest parts of traveling, especially when you have kids. For today, I’m going to focus on a packing list for the average adult that can work for almost any trip. All the items with stars are great to take in your carry-on.

Clothing

• Underwear
• Socks
• Bras
• Pajamas
• Casual Shirts
• Blouses
• Pants
• Shorts
• Dresses
• Skirts
• Sweaters / Sweatshirts
• Swim Suits
• Outerwear
• Casual / Walking Shoes
• Sandals
• Heels
• Boots

Accessories

• Hats
• Gloves
• Scarves
• Umbrella
• Belts
• Jewelry*
• Purses / Bags
• Sunglasses*

 

Toiletries

Other

• Cell phone*
• Laptop / Tablet
• Electronics Chargers
• Camera
• Voltage Adapter
• Emergency Contacts
• Credit Cards*
• ID*
• Insurance Cards*
• Passport*
• Books or magazines*
• Playing Cards*
• Notebooks and Pen*
• Headphones*
• Tissues*
• Lip Balm*
• Snacks/gum*
• Cash*
• Itinerary*

The key is to pick and choose exactly what you need; by looking at a list like this and going over ever item, you can make sure you’re not overlooking anything.

Example

A friend of mine is going on a 1 week trip to Italy next week (the last week of April). Every day the temperature will be about 70-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Using this list, her packing list would include:

• About 10 pair of underpants
• About 14 pairs of socks
• As many bras as needed
• Pajamas
• 5-7 casual shirts
• 3-5 blouses
• 2-3 pairs of pants
• 2-3 pairs of shorts and skirts
• 2-3 dresses
• 1-2 sweaters
• 1-2 swimsuits
• 2-4 Jackets, including 1 rainproof
• 1-2 pairs of comfortable walking shoes
• 1-2 pairs of sandals
• 2-3 pairs of other shoes
• Jewelry
• 2-3 bags / purses
• Sunglasses
• Umbrella

In addition to bringing the clothing listed above, she is also planning to bring pretty much everything in the toiletry and other lists.

As always, I hope everyone has a good week and let me know if there’s anything else you bring when you travel!