Going out of town for a short trip? Going out of the country for a holiday? Ended up forgetting something last minute? No worries! We have created a Travel Essentials Checklist just for you! Today’s blog is a list of things to carry in your handbag, basic essentials, toiletries and some tips we swear by while travelling.
Things to carry in your Handbag –
- Wallet (Make sure you are carrying your ID proof and enough cash)
- If you’re travelling abroad – your passport, visa and other important documents.
- Sunglasses and case/Prescription glasses and case
- Hand sanitiser
- Extra change of clothes
- Antibacterial gel
- Cell Phone (But not the Samsung Galaxy Note 7!)
- Headphones/Earphones
- Power bank
- Chewing Gum
- Books to read
- Toothpaste and Toothbrush
- Hairbrush or comb (Hair ties and bobby pins for women)
- Roll-on
- Personal Hygiene Items
- Dry shampoo
- Tissues and Wet wipes
- Lip Balm
- Sunscreen and Moisturisers
- Medication (pain killers, paracetamol, anti-allergy, motion sickness, etc)
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Make Up Kit (Concealer, Mascara, Eyeliner, etc)
Basic Essentials
- Shirts/T-shirts
- Skirts/Dresses
- Pants/Trousers
- Belt
- Socks
- Comfortable Footwear
- Undergarments
- Sleepwear
- Jewellery or Accessories
- Chargers
- Speakers (This can also be put in the handbag but it depends on the size of speakers you plan on carrying)
- Universal adaptors
Toiletry Bag Essentials
- Mouthwash
- Deodorant/Perfume
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Face Wash, Shower Gels, Make up Remover and Cotton Wipes
- Hair products like hair spray or hair gel
- Shaving kit
- Hand towels
- Scissors, Nail clippers, Tweezers, Razors
- Makeup bag
Tips For Packing –
- Do not leave packing for the last minute. Pack in advance, it avoids last minute panic!
- Roll your clothes and then pack it up to create more space for other items.
- Keep ziplock bags to store shampoo and other toiletries as well as to put in wet swimwear. (In case it doesn’t end up drying in the hotel room).
- Keep a small laundry bag for dirty clothes.
- Remember to pack extra undergarments.
- Travel light, leave some space in your suitcase for keeping gifts and other stuff that you might shop for.
- Make a checklist of all the things that you have to carry.
- It’s better to pre-plan your outfits and then pack them.
- Stay hydrated, you don’t want to fall sick on the way.
- It is smarter to keep your money in separate places (Just in case you lose your luggage, or someone tries to pick-pocket).
- Know your airline’s baggage fee policy.
- We highly recommend Web Check-in. It’s easier and much faster. Plus, who wouldn’t want to avoid the long queues for check in baggage?
Written by –
Arushi Sinha
Founder.
Edited by –
Garima Datta
Co – founder.
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