Basic Packing List
Ear Plugs
Eyeshield
Benedryl, Melatonin, or other sleep aid
Wet Wipes/Baby Wipes
Kleenex
Main Packing List for every Trip
Empty Water bottle (fill at airport after security)
Extra pair of earplugs
take # of days you will be on the trip, divide by 2, then choose outfits that can be interchangeable or just add a scarf/hat/necklace to change your look this will save you loads of room. PACK ONLY WHAT YOU KNOW YOU USE ON A DAILY BASIS, AND CANNOT REPLACE AT YOUR DESTINATION IF NEEDED.
- Shirts
- Lazy Jane Tshirt (to lounge in)
- 1 weather appropriate dress that you can dress up or down depending on the occasion
- Thin sweater - I prefer fleece as it doesn't take up much room
- Scarf - to match shirts
- Bandana
- leggings/jeggings - take up less space and lighter (#everyouncecounts)
- shoes (1 quick slip on/off pair, and 1 sturdy pair -- wear sturdy pair onto the plane)
- Undergarments
- socks
Shirts
Lazy Jane Tshirt (to lounge in)
1 weather appropriate dress that you can dress up or down depending on the occasion
Thin sweater - I prefer fleece as it doesn't take up much room
Scarf - to match shirts
Bandana
leggings/jeggings - take up less space and lighter (#everyouncecounts)
shoes (1 quick slip on/off pair, and 1 sturdy pair -- wear sturdy pair onto the plane)
Undergarments
socks
Toiletries
- Laundry Detergent - especially if longer than 7 days
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Retainer
- Makeup
- Razor
- Q-tips
- Floss
- Aleve
- Benedryl itch cream
- Bandaids
- Pepto Bismol
- Personal Medications
- Contacts/glasses
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Deodorant
- Dry-shampoo
- Personal hygiene supplies
- Brush
- Hair conditioner oil/spray
- Sunblock/Aloe - if location appropriate
- DEET - I use Jungle Juice from REI - if location appropriate
- Body Glide
Laundry Detergent - especially if longer than 7 days
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Retainer
Makeup
Razor
Q-tips
Floss
Aleve
Benedryl itch cream
Bandaids
Pepto Bismol
Personal Medications
Contacts/glasses
Shampoo/Conditioner
Deodorant
Dry-shampoo
Personal hygiene supplies
Brush
Hair conditioner oil/spray
Sunblock/Aloe - if location appropriate
DEET - I use Jungle Juice from REI - if location appropriate
Body Glide
Personal Security & Financial
- Photo ID
- Credit Card/Debit Card - make sure to call your bank and notify them of your travels
- Cash at least $100 in your purse in the local currency
- Maps in electronic or paper copy
- Itinerary and addresses to accommodations
- Leave your itinerary with someone - so they know exactly where you will be if they need to come looking
Photo ID
Credit Card/Debit Card - make sure to call your bank and notify them of your travels
Cash at least $100 in your purse in the local currency
Maps in electronic or paper copy
Itinerary and addresses to accommodations
Leave your itinerary with someone - so they know exactly where you will be if they need to come looking
Electronics/Camera Equipment
- See my Camera Equipment for a list of what I use while traveling
- Computer or Ipad
- Camera and phone charger
- Phone
- Headphones/Earbuds
See my Camera Equipment for a list of what I use while traveling
Computer or Ipad
Camera and phone charger
Phone
Headphones/Earbuds
What would you add to this list?
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My name is Janiel, a medical professional, and solo adventurer. I have over 23 years of international travel experience and have a sincere passion for celebrating humanity, connecting with cultures, finding unique art and adventure. I’m an advocate for animals and sustainable travel and want to invite you to join the Culture Trekking community.
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