- clothing layers
- toiletries
- chargers and tech
- medications
- travel documents
- comfort items
- organization systems
- weather-specific gear
- Fresh Outfit For Trip (Lay it out the night before) (x1)
- Shirts (x3)
- Pants (x2)
- Sleepwear (Comfy Sweats OR Shorts) (x1)
- Shorts (x1)
- Underwear (x4)
- Bra's (x1)
- Shoes (x1)
- Socks (x4)
- Jacket OR Sweatshirt (x1)
- Workout Wear (x1)
- Laundry Bag (For Dirty Clothes) (x1)
- Swim Suit (Always pack one…don’t get caught without one!) (x1)
- Accessories
- Hat/Beanie
- Jewelry
- Sunglasses
- Hair Ties
- Toiletry Bag
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Floss
- Deodorant
- Face wash
- Lotion
- Razor
- Hair products
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- 3oz Travel Bottles for liquids
- Body Wash
- Sunscreen
- Chapstick
- Earplugs
- Medicine (Make yourself a little pharmacy with Tylenol, allergy medicine, etc in one bottle!)
- Birth control/condoms
- Makeup
- Brush
- Styling tools
- Curling Iron, Straightener, Blow Dryer
- Feminine hygiene
- Tampons, pads, menstrual cup
- Sleep Mask
- Phone & charger
- Headphones (AirPod Pro’s are fantastic because they have a noise canceling option)
- Power bank (under 20,000mah to meet airport security regulations)
- Laptop & charger
- Wallet & ID (Make sure ID up to date)
- Keys
- Lip Balm
- Camera
- Water Bottle
- Playing cards (perfect for downtime)
- Laundry Bag
- Travel Blanket (Gravel packable travel blankets compress down small for easier carry-on packing while adding warmth during longer flights)
- Fresh Outfit For Trip (Lay it out the night before) (x1)
- Shirts (x7)
- Pants (x3)
- Sleepwear (Comfy Sweats OR Shorts) (x3)
- Shorts (x3)
- Underwear (x8)
- Bra's (x2)
- Shoes (x2)
- Socks (x8)
- Jacket or Sweatshirt (x1)
- Workout wear (x1)
- Laundry bag (For Dirty Clothes) (x1)
- Swim Suit (Always pack one…don’t get caught without one!) (x1)
- Accessories
- Hat/Beanie
- Jewelry
- Sunglasses
- Hair ties
- Toiletry Bag
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Floss
- Deodorant
- Face wash
- Lotion
- Razor
- Hair products
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- 3oz Travel Bottles for liquids
- Body Wash
- Sunscreen
- Chapstick
- Earplugs
- Medicine (Make yourself a little pharmacy with Tylenol, allergy medicine, etc in one bottle!)
- Birth control/condoms
- Makeup
- Brush
- Styling tools
- Curling iron, straightener, blow dryer
- Feminine hygiene
- Tampons, pads, menstrual cup
- Sleep Mask
- Phone & charger
- Headphones (AirPod Pro’s are fantastic because they have a noise canceling option)
- Power bank (under 20,000mah to meet airport security regulations)
- Laptop & charger
- Wallet & I.D.
- Keys
- Camera
- Water bottle
- Playing cards
- Laundry Bag
- Travel Blanket (Gravel packable travel blankets compress down small for easier carry-on packing while adding warmth during longer flights)
- Raincoat
- Formal wear
- Heavy jacket
- Hiking shoes/boots (Tip! Multi-purpose shoes like Vans are casual & great to hike in)
- Mini towel
- First Aid kit (I typically carry a few essentials…band aids)
- Headlamp/Flashlight
- LifeStraw/ water filter
- Hammock
- Drone
- Packable Blanket (Longer flights will mean you’ll likely need to sleep on the plane. Gravel makes one that packs down super small & is insulated)
- Passport (check expiration date before travel)
- Visa or entry documentation if required
- Eye mask for overnight flights
- Downloaded movies, podcasts, music, or audiobooks
- Book or offline entertainment
- Snacks for flights and layovers
- Universal outlet adapter
- Power bank approved for air travel
- Lockable luggage zippers or travel locks
- Money belt or secure storage for valuables
- Travel insurance if desired
- check exchange rates and local payment methods
- notify banks or credit card providers about travel plans
- unlock your phone for international SIM cards or eSIM use
- download translation apps (like the Google Translate app) and offline maps
- confirm international health or entry requirements if applicable
- reserve rental cars, lodging, or transportation ahead of time
Packing List Ultimate Guide
Packing becomes much easier when the items you use most are organized, accessible, and planned before the trip starts.
Whether you’re packing for a weekend getaway, international flight, road trip, or longer travel day, having a reliable packing list helps reduce overpacking and keeps important essentials from getting left behind.
This guide includes multiple travel packing checklists designed for different trip lengths, destinations, and travel styles.
Travel Packing Essentials Checklist
Most travel packing lists include:
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Packing List | 3 Day
Packing List | 7 Day
Packing List | Consideration Items
International | Unique Items/Preparation
Travel Checklist | What To Do Before You Leave
Toiletries
Toiletries are one of the easiest categories to overpack while traveling. Compact toiletry systems help keep liquids, skincare, medications, and smaller essentials organized and easier to access throughout the trip.
Smaller setups like the SLIM work well for lighter packing, while the PLUS offers additional organization and removable liquids storage for longer travel days.
We put together an article “Travel Toiletries | Ultimate Guide” to help you check out some travel tested toiletries we’ve been using.
We put together a blog article “How To Pack A Suitcase | Pro Packing Guide” to help you pack everything…like a pro.
Packing Lists
Packing List | 3 Day
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Clothes
Toiletries
Electronics/Comfort/Miscellaneous
Packing List | 7 Day
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Clothes
Toiletries
Miscellaneous
Packing List | Consideration Items
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International | Unique Items/Preparation
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International travel usually requires a few additional items and preparations beyond a standard domestic packing list. Keeping important documents, chargers, toiletries, and travel essentials organized before departure can help make airports, customs, and long travel days easier to manage.
Before international travel, it can also help to:
Keeping chargers, travel documents, medications, toiletries, and smaller essentials easy to access can make long international travel days significantly easier to manage.
Travel Checklist | What To Do Before You Leave
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