Use this packing list to make sure you remember everything when you go away on a trip or on holiday.
This is my “away list”: the master list that I use whenever I go away from home.
For any single trip, I use it like this:
- Take a copy of the list and remove all the things I don’t need for that trip
- Then I tick things off as I get them ready to pack
- Whenever I think of something that isn’t on this list, I add it to the list I’m using
- I copy any new items to the master list
Why not make one of your own? The advantages are:
- It saves time.
- You never forget anything when you go away… not twice, anyway.
Preparation
Purpose
You know why you’re going, right?
Paperwork
Make sure you have all the essential paperwork ready well in advance:
- Passport
- Visas
- Tickets
Itinerary
Have a good idea of your itinerary, both in outline and for the first stages of your journey:
- Length of stay
- Where you have to be and when
- Who you are meeting
Shopping
Is there anything you need for this trip that you need to purchase before hand?
Car
If you’re using it, get your car ready.
- Check oil
- Check water
- Check fuel
- Check tyres
- See also, Is Your Car Prepared for Any Emergency
General Packing
Personal Care
- Day bag
- Handkerchiefs
- Glasses
- Contact lenses + solutions
- Medication
- Bible
Communications
- Mobile phone
- Mobile phone charger
Paperwork
- Tickets
- Timetable
- Maps
- Notebook
- Pen
Misc
- Multi-tool
- Cash
Overnight Stays
Clothes
- Underwear
- Socks
- Trousers
- Shorts
- Shirts
- T-Shirts
- Shoes
- Jumpers
- Shoes
- Jacket
Wash Kit
- Wash bag
- Shaver
- Flannel
- Towel
- Tooth brush
- Tooth paste
- Shower gel
- Deodorant
- Loo roll
- Nail scissors / clippers
Night Things
- PJs
- Dressing gown
- Cuddly toy
- Alarm Clock
- Torch
Activities
Shopping
- Cash
- Bags
Entertainment
- Headphones
- Books
- Indoor games
- Outdoor games
Study
- Books
- Paper
- Stationary
- Laptop + power
- USB stick
Swimming
- Bathers
- Goggles
- Towel
Picnic
- Blanket
- Food hamper
Special Places
Beach
- Ball
- Bucket and spade
- Sandals
- Wind break
Weather
Wet Weather
- Waterproofs
- Boots
Hot Weather
- Hat
- Sun glasses
- Sun screen
- Water bottle
- Sun tent
Cold Weather
- Jumpers
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Special Events
Smart Event
- Suit
- Tie
- Cuff-links
- Watch
- Tie Pin
- Smart socks
- Shoes
Interview
- CV
- Portfolio
- Details of company
- Details of post
Celebration
- Card
- Present
- Invitation
Camping
- See my Ultimate Camping List
Travel Abroad
- Passport
- Travel adaptors
- Phrase book
- Currency
Jobs to Do Before You Leave
- Switch off alarm clock
Other People’s Lists
Acknowledgements
- Image courtesy George Hodan via PublicDomainPictures.net.