A list I use whenever I'm packing my bags for a trip of any length.
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Here's a really simple packing list for domestic or international travel.
Clothes
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| 2 pairs pants |
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| 2-4 shirts |
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| 3-5 pairs socks |
one durable, one liner, and a few regulars |
| 2-4 pairs undergarments |
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| night-wear |
like sweats and/or a long t-shirt |
| swimsuit |
the hotel might have a heated pool |
| nice sweater |
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| [optional] umbrella |
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| warm jacket, scarf |
preferably water-proof, definitely toasty |
| gloves / mittens |
you want these below 2°C (35°F) |
| hat |
useful for shade, preventing sunburn, and hiding that you haven't showered |
| walking shoes/boots |
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| [optional] dinner shoes |
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| sandals or flip-flops |
lightweight and easy |
| belt |
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Toiletries
Staying clean and hygenic while out and about.
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| toothbrush, paste, floss |
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| comb/hairbrush |
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| shampoo, bodywash, container |
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| sunscreen, chapstick |
suns don't kill people, people with suns kill people |
| bug repellent/netting |
mosquitoes are serious business in some places |
| razor (shaving cream) |
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| deodorant |
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| antibacterial wipes/gel |
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| tweezers |
yes, these are allowed by TSA now |
| nail clippers |
yes, these are allowed by TSA now |
| washcloth or small towel |
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| [optional] flat sink stopper |
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Accessories & Personal Care
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| rope or paracord |
a length of rope is very handy, e.g. as a clothesline |
| clean Ziploc bags |
a couple can be useful in so many ways |
| [optional] water bottle |
unless you want to buy water bottles |
| vitamins, medications |
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| painkillers |
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| travel pillow |
especially if you're on a plane >6 hours |
| earplugs/sleep mask |
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| contact lens case & solution |
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| dark glasses & case |
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Electronics & Entertainment
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| laptop computer |
power cord/adapters, extra cables, flash drives, etc |
| headphones |
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| portable battery |
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| universal charging cables |
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| offline maps |
Offline maps of the area before you go |
| offline translation |
here's how to take languages offline (Android, iOS) |
| book to read |
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Luggage & Security
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| shoulder bag or backpack |
use a versatile travel pack as your TSA-allowed 2nd carry-on |
| daypack/waist-pack |
bring a collapsible daypack for smaller adventures |
Paperwork & Cash
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| travel tickets |
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| badges, tickets, membership cards |
work badge, tickets to the show |
| pen, notebook |
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| passport, visas |
always bring a printed copy just in case |
| important documents copies |
this includes travel itinerary (template) |
| foreign currency |
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| 2 personal checks |
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Misc
| Item |
Notes & Recommendations |
| camera & accessories |
lenses, tripod, extra cards & batteries, charger, download adapter |
| exercise equipment |
otherwise, see body-weight fitness |
| snacks |
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| gifts |
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