Ultimate Packing Guide

Hi friends. Did you ever want a template of what to pack for any trip? I do! I LOVE templates. They just make life so much easier. Here is the packing template I use whenever I am going on a trip. Whether it’s Road Tripping, Hiking, or international trip, this list is my go-to. I remove any items I don’t need and I’m left with a list of things from essentials to just in case depending on the weather.

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Destination
Cities
Month/Dates
Duration

^I also fill in the above section. It helps me know how to plan for my outfits below and know what to expect weather-wise.

Outfits: I love planning out outfits for the destination I will in. It helps me not to overpack.

Bags:

After deciding on what outfits you want to bring the next thing is to pick what you want to pack them in. As well as a smaller bag to bring with you.

• Small Shoulder Bag or a Fanny Pack – Walking around the city.
• Back Pack – This is a very sturdy bag. I did a weekend camping trip with it and I had plenty of room left after packing all that I needed.
• Travel Backpack – It has a huge capacity! Since it’s big I am very mindful of what I pack so I don’t overfill it.
• Compression Cubes – Life saver and space saver.
• Weekender – I packed for a 10 day trip with this bag #tinybutmighty (I will however say that it was heavy to lug around if you have a lot of transit to do.)
• Collapsible Bag – Always great to bring and you can use it as a day pack.

Things to pack in personal item

Essentials:

• Slim Wallet
• Wallet Holder
• Snack; apples, sandwich, etc
• Neck Pillow
• “Lipstick”
• Lip Balm
• On Guard / DIY
• Reusable Straw
• Water Resistant Watch / Sport Watch
• Water Bottle / Stainless Steel Water Bottle / Travel Water Bottle
• First-Aid Kit 
• Sim Card

Things to pack in carry on

Clothes:

• Pj’s / Sleeping Tee
• Tops
  • I write the tops I’m bringing here
• Bottoms
  • I write the bottoms I’m bringing here
• One pieces
  • I write the dress and rompers I’m bringing here
• Leggings
• Sweater/Jacket/Hoodie – I’ll bring one of these depending on my outfits
• Sweat Pants
• Bathing Suit – I always bring this
• No Show Socks / Fuzzy Socks / Calf socks – I’ll bring one pair of these depending on my outfits and trip duration

Shoes:

• Converse
• Sandals
• Vans
• Barefoot Sandals

Accessories:

• Glasses + Case + Eyeglass Strap
• Hair Tie
• Pen + Journal
• Sunglasses
• A Visor
• Carabiner Clips
• Collapsible Tote
• Foldable Raincoat
• Blanket
• Head Lamp
• Portable Utensils
• Collapsible Bowl

Hygiene:

• Toiletry Bag
• Tooth Brush + Paste
  • Coconut Oil
  • Body Wash / Bar Soap packed in a sandwich bag or wrapped in a cloth
  • Deodorant 
  • Reusable Pads
  • Body Exfoliating Cloth
  • Sleep Oil
  • Sleep Cap
  • Pill Case 
  • Undies
  • Bras
• Travel Towel
• Bug Spray
• Laundry Bag
• Body Wipes
• Wash Cloth

Electronics:

• Phone Cord + 2 Wall Charges + Power Bank + Cord
• Kindle + Cord
• Wireless Ear Buds
• Headphones + Case
• Laptop + Charger + Case
• Adapter

Craft Bag (wip): I always have this options for me since I travel with yarn

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Want more information?

I’ve also included some guides and other items to give you more ideas.

Packing Guides:
Backpacking In Europe During Winter
Minimalist Packing List – Winter
What to pack in a carry on for a multi-week, multi-climate, multi-activity trip
Europe Packing List for Woman
Daily Travel Bag Essentials

Travel Guides:
The Ultimate UK Travel Guide
Backpacking through Europe planning
How I Plan My Solo Trips | Choosing Destinations, Creating Itineraries, Travel Hacks

Luggage/Bags/other packing items:
Carry on Luggage 
Travel Backpack
Anti-theft shoulder Bag
Money Belt

Hygiene/Health:
Lotion Bar 
Cilantro Oil 
Rose Water Face Mist
Microfiber Face Cloth
Reusable Lint Roller

Clothes:
Hiking/Windbreaker Pants
Thermal Set
Bamboo Long Sleeve

Other Items:
Passport Holder
Safe Sound Personal Alarm
Multi-purpose Rfid Blocking Travel Passport Wallet
Travel-in-Style Pocket Scarf
Travel Pocket Scarf with Inflatable Pillow

Disclaimer: These are the things I find work for me when I am going on a trip. Feel free to use this list as a template for your own travels, add or subtract as you please 🙂

If you don’t see one of your travel must-haves on this list, please tell me about it in the comments below.

Last Updated: 11/23/2020

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