Must-Have Travel Essentials To Pack For Your Next Trip!

When it comes to travelling, there's nothing easy about it. While planning for a trip is often exciting and exhilarating, all the stress seems to kick in when it comes to packing. Is it just me? 

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Ever since I was a kid, packing for a trip, whether it was a day-trip, sleepover or full on holiday, was one of the most stressful things! I found myself writing massive winding lists of everything I could possibly think of needing, only to realise once we got there that I’d forgotten a bunch of stuff we needed and had squashed my suitcase shut full of unnecessary crap! Anyone else relate?
Today, I’m here to make your life a whole bunch easier by offering a solution to your problem (I hope!). Here are my top, ‘Must-Have Travel Essentials To Pack For Your Next Trip!’

These are sure to come in handy! Hope you enjoy!


For this blog post, I’ve broken this list of travel essentials into 6 different groups/categories. While these may not all apply to you, make sure you pack anything that does! Please note that some items may repeat.

CLOTHING:

  • T-Shirts

  • Tops

  • Long-Sleeve Shirts

  • Thermal Underlayers

  • Jeans

  • Tights/Pants

  • Shorts

  • Skirts

  • Dresses

  • Formal Wear

  • Pijamas

  • Underwear

  • Socks

  • Stockings

  • Bras

  • Jumpers

  • Jackets

  • Raincoat

  • Umbrella

  • Swimmers

 
  • Hat/Cap

  • Belts

  • Scarves

  • Ties

  • Glasses

  • Sunglasses

  • Gloves

  • Purse/Wallet

  • Tote Bag/Satchel

  • Jewelry

  • Casual Shoes

  • Hiking Shoes

  • Walking Shoes

  • Formal Shoes

  • Flip-Flops/Sandals

  • Shower Towel

  • Beach Towel

  • Laundry Soap

  • Plastic Bag

 

TOILETRIES:

  • Toothbrush

  • Toothpaste

  • Floss

  • Mouthwash

  • Hairbrush/Comb

  • Hair Ties/Hair Pins

  • Deodorant

  • Perfume

  • Shampoo

  • Conditioner

  • Glasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Makeup

  • Makeup Wipes

  • Mini Mirror

  • Face Wash/Cleanser

  • Face Lotion

 
  • Face Serum

  • Face Toner

  • Lip Balm/Lip Gloss

  • Feminine Hygiene Products

  • Hand Sanatiser

  • Hand Lotion

  • Soap

  • Shaving Supplies (Razor, Shaving Cream Etc.)

  • Body Moisturiser

  • Tweezers

  • Nail Clippers/File

  • Contact Lenses, Solution & Case

  • Prescription Medications

  • Vitamins

  • Hair Straightener/Hair Dryer

  • Hair Products (Gel, Hairspray Etc.)

 

 TECHNOLOGY:

  • Headphone/Earphones 

  • Phone

  • Phone Charger

  • Computer/Laptop

  • Computer/Laptop Charger

  • Tablet

  • Tablet Charger

  • Powerbank

 
  • Adapters/Converters

  • Camera

  • Camera Battery/Charger

  • Camera Film/Memory Cards

  • E-Reader

  • Batteries

  • Portable Speaker

 

HEALTH/ FIRST AID:

  • First Aid Kit

  • Medications

  • Bandages

  • Band-Aids

  • Pain Relievers 

  • Fever Relievers

  • Thermometer

  • Allergy Medicine

 
  • After Sun

  • Insect Repellant

  • Eyedrops

  • Hand Sanatiser

  • Glasses & Glasses Case

  • Sleep Medication

  • Disinfectant

  • Other Toiletries (Mentioned Above)

 

CARRY-ON:

  • Backpack

  • Eye Mask

  • Ear Plugs

  • Lip Balm

  • Gum

  • Snacks

  • Hand Sanatiser

  • Flashlight/Torch

  • Tissues

  • Pens/Pencils

  • Paper/Notebook

  • Phone

  • Computer/Laptop

 
  • Camera

  • Chargers

  • Valuables (Jewelry)

  • Glasses/Sunglasses

  • Book/E-Book

  • Magazines

  • Deck Of Cards/Travel Games

  • Headphones/Earphones

  • Pillow

  • Blanket

  • Change Of Clothes

  • Empty Water Bottle

  • Travel Documents (Listed Below)

 

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:

  • Passport

  • Credit Card

  • Drivers License/ID

  • Emergency Contacts

  • Insurance Card/Documents

  • Banking Contacts/Information

 
  • Flight Tickets

  • House/Car Keys

  • Spare Money

  • Travel Itinerary

  • Visa (If Needed)

  • Other Important Documents

The Bottom Line:

Unfortunately, due to Covid, not a whole lot of travelling is happening at the moment. But things are going to get better! And when they do, you’ll be ready to go!

Whether you’re going somewhere warm like the beach or somewhere cool like the snow, most of these travel recommendations are essential for any sort of trip, outing or holiday!

Thank you so much for reading this blog post! Have an amazing day!

Mia Xx

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