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What to consider packing for your next trip

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These are items to consider when packing for your next trip ... consider climate, length of stay, family members your packing for, etc. to customize your own list.

CLOTHING

2-4 shirts (2 casual, 2 dressy)
2-4 bottoms (pants, shorts, skirts)
1 sweater or sweatshirt
Coat, light jacket, gloves, etc.(climate dependent)
Swimming suit
1 pair walking shoes
1 pair dressy shoes
1 pair flipflops/sandals (climate dependent)
Accessories (tie, scarf, hair clips, etc.)
4 pairs socks
4 sets of underwear (and 1-2 bras)
Belt

TOILETRIES

Medicines / cremes / vitamins / bandaids, etc.
Sunscreen / lipbalm
Cologne / perfume
Shampoo
Soap
Toothbrush & paste
Manicure supplies
Brush / comb
Razor/ Shave cream, etc.
Deodorant
Wipes / TP
1 cotton small towel
1 bottle of water
Contraceptives (if necessary)

ELECTRONICS

iPod / Music
Camera
Cell phones and chargers
Laptop
Power cables/cords
Adapters
Batteries
CDs/DVDs

MISC / PURSE

Passport
Traveller's checks
Credit Cards
Cash
ATM card
Driver's License
Compass / whistle
Travel pillow
Maps and guidebooks (new cities)
Notebook and pen
Alarm clocks
Luggage tags / locks
Day pack
Laundry bag (small, condense) / garbage bag
Sewing kit / safety pins
Agenda (if applicable)
Envelopes / post-its / stamps