A Packing List is something individual that varies from person to person of what you are going to bring along on your trip. It also depends on of what kind of trip you are going on and what you as a person must have with you when you travel. 

This is the Ultimate Packing List that gives inspiration of what to bring along on a trip and also a checking list so you can check that you haven’t forgotten anything before you leave!

Clothes

  • T-Shirt / Tank tops
  • Shirts
  • Underwear
  • Pyjamas
  • Shorts
  • Pants / jeans
  • Shorts
  • Socks
  • Shoes
  • Running shoes
  • Sportswear
  • Sandals / Flip Flops
  • Cap / Hat
  • Swimwear
  • Thick sweater
  • Blazer
  • Suit
  • Jacket
  • Windbreaker
  • Rainwear
  • Small backpack for walks and excursions
  • Waist Bag / Fanny Pak

Safety

  • Bra Stash
  • Hidden pocket
  • Hidde wallet
  • Pepper spray (make sure it’s legal where you’re going)
  • TSA-approved padlock

Personal items and hygiene

  • Comb or hairbrush
  • Straightener
  • Hairdryer
  • Deodorant
  • Perfume
  • Razors for shaving + razor blades
  • Hair wax
  • Hairspray
  • Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel
  • Toothbrush + Toothpaste
  • Dental floss
  • Mouthwash
  • Facial wash
  • Facial cream
  • Body lotion
  • Makeup
  • Makeup remover
  • Sunscreen
  • Aftersun
  • Small towel
  • Baby wipes
  • Nail scissors
  • Handkerchiefs
  • Tampons
  • Napkins
  • Lip balm

Medicine & Health

  • Band-Aids
  • Band-Aids for blisters
  • Anti-diarrhea pills (ex. Dimor or Immodium)
  • Cold medicine
  • Pain relievers
  • Antiseptic baby wipes
  • Allergy pills
  • Nasal spray
  • Oral rehydration solution (ex. Resorb)
  • Personal medication
  • Sleeping pills
  • Herbal supplements
  • Vitamins
  • Motion sickness remedy
  • Water purification system
  • Anti-itching cream

Electronics

  • Camera + charger
  • Memory card
  • An unlocked cellphone
  • Cell phone charger
  • Earphones
  • If you have Spotify, now is a good time to change your favorite playlists into offline mode
  • Travel adapter
  • Computer / tablet
  • HDMI cable
  • USB-stick
  • Mp3 player

Important documents

  • Passport
  • Tickets
  • Visa
  • Eu insurance card (if you’re from Europe)
  • Hotel reservation voucher
  • ID / Drivers license
  • Debit card / Credit card
  • Vaccination documents
  • Important phone numbers (bank, embassy, insurance company, etc.)
  • Phone numbers to close relatives

On the plane

  • Earplugs
  • Books & Magazines
  • Liquid bags
  • Sleeping mask
  • Travel blanket
  • Travel pillow
  • Snacks
  • Chewing gum

Other packing list items

  • Guidebooks
  • Maps
  • Alarm clock / clock
  • Compass
  • Sewing kit
  • Sunglasses
  • Beach towel / Microfibre towel 
  • Beach bag
  • Books
  • Reading glasses
  • Eye contacts
  • Swiss Army Knife (NOTE, not in your hand luggage)
  • A small sum of money in the country’s currency
  • Sleeping bag
  • Bed sheet
  • Linens
  • Wine opener
  • Bottle opener
  • Paper and pen
  • Deck of cards
  • Yatzi
  • Condoms
  • Flashlight
  • Extra batteries
  • Duct tape
  • Safety pins
  • Clothesline
  • Clothespins
  • Hand washing detergent
  • Toilet paper
  • Small padlocks
  • Scrunchies

If you have any suggestions of items that I should add to this list, then please leave a comment below!