If you've paid for bottled water at the airport, or have forgotten a phone charger these packing and travel tips will help ensure you travel like a pro on your next vacation.
Carry On
Airline tickets (printed or on your phone) or e-ticket confirmations Passport Credit/debit cards (make certain you have let your card companies know you are traveling) $200–$300 cash (bring smaller bills for tipping upon arrival at your hotel. If you are staying at an all-inclusive, be mindful of tipping throughout your trip — wait staff, bartenders, bellhop, etc. Some countries require you to pay cash upon entering or exiting.) Itinerary and travel documents Medical insurance card (a photo is fine) Prescription medicine (in the original bottle) Camera Rechargeable phone travel charger Outlet adaptors if going overseas Snacks/gum Travel pillow if needed Water Bottle to fill when you pass security
Her Packing List, Accommodate to Location
Pants or leggings 1 light jacket or pullover Sundresses Dinner dress Light Sweater T-shirts or tank tops Shorts PJs 2 swimsuits Swimsuit cover-up 1 pair sneakers 1 pair walking shoes or sandals 1 pair evening shoes or sandals Flip flops 1 evening purse or clutch Extra socks and underwear Bras Accessories (beach bag, hat, hair clips, jewelry, sunglasses)
His Packing List
1 pair jeans 1 pair nice slacks 1 light jacket or pullover T-shirts Shorts 2 polo or button-down short-sleeve shirts 2 swimsuits Flip flops 1 pair sneakers 1 pair walking shoes or sandals Extra socks and underwear Resort Evening Attire- Please confirm dress code at resort for restaurants. Most require long pants for men. Dress pants and button-down shirt or polo
Don't Forget
Sunscreen Sunglasses Baseball or sun hats Aloe vera Aspirin Motion sickness medicine Paperback books or e-readers Canvas tote bag for beach or pool (also good for carrying souvenirs home) Phone/computer chargers (portable USB phone charger for long days and extra cord) Waterproof case for one phone to bring on adventures Insulated tumblers and reusable straws Sunglass straps if doing water sports
Bathroom Basics
Toothbrush/paste Deodorant Makeup/remover Cotton balls and swabs Comb and/or brush Hair gel or spray Nail file and/or clippers Shaving cream/ Razors Contact lenses, solution and storage case, glasses Hair accessories Shampoo and conditioner Body lotion Vitamin-C packets Tums/Pepto Feminine products
Extras
Stain Pen Extra Bag for Souvenirs Ziploc bags for wet suits etc
Overseas Travel:
Covid tests if needed Converter- find one that suits your specific needs Be mindful of baggage. Check your airline's carry-on rules. If taking smaller flights between countries, some have carry-on specifications that are different from domestic U.S. flights. If you pack incorrectly and have to check a bag, it will be an added expense. If you are on a tour, check luggage size recommendations. Some tours have different size requirements. Remember to Scan to have my information in your phone!
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