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!
