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Do you get anxious about things to carry while traveling abroad? Let us share a simple strategy. A list of all-inclusive travel essentials to make your journeys comfortable. Just use this list and relax. That’s a trick to follow so you will never forget things to pack.
50 Must-Have Travel Essentials List
#TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
You absolutely need an identification (id) when you go on a trip. These are the most crucial travel essentials. It could be a government ID like your photo id or your drivers’ license. A passport is a legal document issued by the government as id proof while traveling abroad. A visa is an official document that allows you entry legally into a foreign country. There are different types of visas, depending on the host country of travel. Here is an international travel checklist of travel documents that you must not forget to pack.
1. Photo id/Drivers License
2. Passport/Visa
3. Boarding Passes (printed or electronic)
4. Confirmation Receipts (printed or electronic)(hotel,train,bus,rental car,event tickets)
5. Emergency Documents (health insurance card, allergy list, emergency contact)
#FUNDS
A convenient wallet is a must to carry cash/cards during travel. Make it a priority to carry travel cards that make traveling easy and stress-free. Since a number of places do not accept electronic payments, hence we recommend cash in a sling to all travelers.
6. Wallets & Cash
7. Credit Cards/Travel Cards (call your credit card companies to inform them of your travel)
#PERSONAL COMFORT
The next category of travel essentials takes us to take care of our personal comfort. It is always a good idea to take personal comfort seriously. On long haul flights or road travel, when you want it warmer or cozier or quieter, always make these personal comfort essentials a part of your international travel packing list.
8.Neck Pillow/eyemask/earplugs/blanket
9.Headphone/Earplug
10.Book/Magazines
11.Water Bottle
#ELECTRONICS & DEVICES
If you just can’t survive without your gadgets, then you should remember to take a universal adapter. There are so many different plug shapes in different countries. Make sure to pack a multi-plug style adapter, multi USB adaptor or a voltage converter for your convenience. You can plug into any wall around the world. So, here is the list of typical electricals you will use as an overseas travel checklist.
12. Laptop
13. iPad/Tablet
14. Noise Canceling Headphones
15. Camera
16. Cell Phone
17. All Chargers
18. Electric Adapters/Converters
#TOILETRIES
Let’s help you decide on non-negotiable toiletries. A list of toiletry suggestions will help you take along your favorite brand shampoo and eliminate certain items altogether. Here is a very thorough international travel packing list for toiletries to help you travel light and ensure you don’t forget anything you need.
19. Toothbrush, Toothpaste/ floss / mouthwash
20. Bodywash/ Soap
21. Facewash/ face lotion/ sunscreen
22. Deodorant
23. Makeup/ lip balm
24. Shampoo & Conditioner
25. Hand / Body Lotion
26. Hairbrush, hair ties / bobby pins
#ACCESSORIES
You never know when you get caught in the rain or the bright sun bothers you. This accessories list will also help you from spending a lot of money while traveling. we have shortlisted the ideal accessories list from a watch to your medication. So don’t forget to tick the items below.
27. Watch
28. Jewelry
29. Hat / Sun Visor
30. Scarves/bandana
31. Glasses (prescription)/Contacts/Sunglasses
32. RX Medication
#CLOTHING
You definitely want to look stylish while traveling. When deciding to travel, you also need to travel light. Choose pieces of clothing in three matching colors so you can mix and match. It’s always fun to pick colors as per the destination you are headed to. Bright hues for the beaches, whites for the warm weather with earthy, rich tones for the cooler places and so on. Ideally, you should be wearing each piece two or three times on your trip. Let’s avoid the hassle of lugging your heavy bags around. Travel light! Presenting here are smart clothing essentials to carry while traveling.
33. Lightweight clothing
34. Long-sleeved shirts
35. Sweaters/jackets
36. T-shirts/tank tops
37. Pants/shorts
38. Belt/socks
39. Comfortable walking shoes
40. Rain jacket/umbrella
41. Pajamas/sleepwear
42. Underwear
43. Dresses/skirts
44. Swimsuit/trunks
#SHOES
There is no arguing that choosing shoes to pack for your next trip has to be a part of the overseas travel checklist. Traveling involves hours of walking or navigating whether it be an adventure trip or a hiking trip. You always want something comfortable on your feet and practical to carry while traveling. Let’s avoid being clumsy and uncomfortable and choose the right travel shoes. One pair of each is enough.
45. Tennis Shoes
46. Dress Shoes/Heels
47. Flats
48. Sandals
49. Boots
50. Specialty (water shoes, cycling shoes, hiking boots)
The idea is to enjoy every moment of your vacation, treasure every memory you make and not waste a single moment worrying about things you forget to pack. Hence, the above travel essentials list is all you need.
Happy Vacationing!
