Planning a trip takes a lot of effort. First, you research. Then book your tickets, arrange for accommodation, get your visa and other necessary documents ready, plan activities, make an itinerary well in advance. On top of all of that, you have to make sure all of it fits in your budget.

Packing is the last thing on your list you’d care about, but imagine forgetting to pack your travel adapter or your passport. It certainly won’t be pleasant. So here is a list we’ve created to help you pack everything you’d need.

Documents

“Make sure you carry all your necessary documents and an extra copy of them just in case. Documents would include:

• Passport, visa

• ID

• Tickets and boarding pass

• Travel insurance

• TEFL Certificate

Finance

Always carry the destination country’s currency with you and have some extra cash in case of an emergency. Along with that, of course, your credit and debit cards to withdraw money from your bank’s ATM. You should be prepared for the possibility that your cards may not work due to some technical difficulty.

Keep your back-up cards ready. It’s also important to carry your money in a secure money bag/belt and be mindful to not lose it. Make sure you have these things with you:

  • Foreign currency
  • Emergency money
  • Money belt
  • Credit and debit cards

Clothing and accessories

The outfits that you carry will obviously depend on where you plan on visiting, but a large part of traveling anywhere involves a lot of walking and seeing places. And you’d definitely want to do that in a pair of comfortable shoes like Vans. You’ll get the best travel shoes to pair with a relaxed but cool travel outfit. These are some comfortable clothing options for you:

  • Undergarments
  • Socks, flipflops
  • Pajamas, trousers
  • Cotton button-up shirts and T-shirts
  • Jeans, shorts
  • Dresses, skirts
  • Shoes, sneakers
  • Jackets and hoodies
  • Hats and scarves
  • Sunglasses, watches and other accessories

Toiletries

Most hotels may already provide you with toiletries such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste and toothbrush, towels, etc. Irrespective of your destination, you still need to carry your own skincare products and hair care products along with feminine hygiene items. Let’s look at some toiletries items you should pack:

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss
  • Deodorant/perfume
  • Soap, shampoo, conditioner
  • Towels
  • Facewash and moisturizer
  • Tissues, toilet roll
  • Feminine hygiene
  • Makeup
  • Shaving supplies
  • Skincare products
  • Haircare products
  • Sunscreen
  • Glasses or contact lenses

Appliances

Your phone and other electric appliances are among the most important items in your luggage, especially your charged smartphone. It provides you GPS, calling benefits, apps you’d need to make your travel smooth. Also, having a phone can be your saving grace if you ever get lost or are in a tough situation.

Another important item would be a travel adapter that allows you to charge your devices without worrying about voltage differences. Another advantage of these appliances is you can consume some entertainment during your journey. Below are the appliances you should take along:

  • Smartphone, phone chargers, portable chargers
  • A photo camera, memory card, charger
  • Laptop, iPad or Tablet, e-reader, chargers
  • Travel adapter and converter
  • Headphones, AirPods

First-Aid

A difference in the climate or timezone may make you feel under the weather. Jet lags and exertion due to traveling places may cause headaches or uneasiness. It’s best to be prepared for these situations, so be sure to pack:

  • Prescribed medications, pain killers
  • Insect repellent
  • Vitamins
  • Sanitizers and masks

Travel Aid

Travel aid is a collection of items that help make your travel comfortable and easy. You can also take along some entertaining elements like some card games and books with you.

  • Language guide
  • Travel guide
  • Neck pillow
  • Travel locks
  • Backpack
  • Itinerary
  • Luggage tags
  • Cards games or books
  • Pepper spray
  • Small pocket knife (not in your carry-on!)

You Are Ready to Travel!

That’s all you need to experience the best vacation of your life. Your mind will be at peace knowing you have everything that you need. You can be carefree and enjoy your trip to your heart’s content because you deserve it.