You have booked your flight/train/bus tickets, you have arranged your stay at hotels/resorts… This is it! Summer vacation is all in your mind, but what is so hectic about it then? We all know the obvious answer: Packing! It is the real challenge. Because there’s always that anxious voice inside your head telling you ‘Didn’t I leave something at home?’ If you also dread that voice but want to enjoy your summer vacation without thinking about it, we have got you covered with all the necessary traveling checklists for your packing.
We know that lately the times and situations have been difficult for all of us. But this summer vacation, prepare to leave all the worries and stress of the year, work, and life back at home.
Let’s start with the packing tips, that will help you pack your things in a more organized and easy manner.
Packing tips 101:
- Before you even start packing, it is very important to check the weather condition of your destination
- Try to opt for a lightweight suitcase so you can accommodate more stuff in there
- Pack your essentials first, which include your travel documents
- Don’t carry items like shampoo and conditioner, as you can get all these at your resort or hotel. You are also likely to get a towel and a hairdryer. But don’t forget to pack your beach towel
- If it’s a beach vacation, it is likely that you are going to spend most of your time in your swimwear. So it’s better to get rid of all those extra clothes that you think you may need
- Folding clothes is a thing of the past. Rolling your clothes is the best option as they take less space and leave no creases
- If you are carrying a jacket or a sweatshirt you should wear it while you are traveling. This will reduce your luggage weight
- Expensive Jewelry/items should be on you or with you all the time
- Pack liquids in secure bags to avoid spilling
- Make sure you have extra space for your holiday purchases, or you will have extra baggage to carry and pay for on your way back
Travel checklist:
Whether you’re exploring more of your own country or heading on to international adventures, it can be difficult to know and understand what to pack for your summer vacation. So we have put together these helpful travel checklists. Check them out below.
Important documents:
- Passport/Visa
- ID Card
- Credit and Debit cards
- Hard Cash
- Travel and Health Insurance documents
- Reservations and itineraries
- Transportation tickets
- Emergency contacts and necessary addresses
- Guide books and Maps
COVID essentials:
Although traveling is almost safe again, it is still very important to take all the necessary precautions that would assure your safety during these times. Always follow up on the guidelines that your destination’s government has issued, and make sure you follow that. Also, read the CDC’s traveling guidelines before you book your trip for your summer vacation. Here are the COVID-essentials that you’ll need.
- Face masks (Recommended: ECO Airmask for the utmost safety)
- Gloves
- Hand sanitizers
- Visors
- Anti-bacterial wipes
- Surface disinfectant
- Hand soap
- Personal water bottle
Clothes:
You will have plenty of outdoor sessions like beaches, dinners, sight-seeing, etc. However, before packing in so many clothes, you might want to check the weather of your destination first and pack clothes accordingly. Here are some suggested clothings to pack:
- Tops/shirts
- Tank tops
- Shorts/skirts
- Pants/jeans
- 1 Jacket (just in case if it gets cold in the evening)
- Bikinis/swimwear
- Cotton night suits/pajamas
- 1 hat
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 belt
- 3-4 pairs of socks
- Scarf
Shoes:
- 1 pair of casual shoes for sightseeing
- 1 pair of heels for dinner dress
- 1 pair of flip-flops for beaches
- 1 pair of sports shoes for sporting activities
Toiletries:
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss
- Hair comb, bobby pins, hair ties, hair bands
- Face wash
- Cosmetics from your skincare routine
- Facial tissues, wet wipes
- Sunscreen
- Moisturizer
- Lip balm
- Deodorant and perfumes
- Shaving cream and razors
- Personal hygiene items
- Bath towel
- Small mirror
Medical Supplies:
- Your prescribed medicines (with prescription)
- Pain relievers
- Allergy medications
- Flu and cold tablets
- Motion sickness tablets
- Cough medicines
- Antiseptic ointment/solutions
- Insect repellent/bug spray
- Antacid
- Bandages
- ORS sachets
- Diarrhea medicine
Electronics/Entertainment:
- Smartphone and laptop
- Charger (including portable charger)
- Camera, lenses, and memory Card
- A Drone (if you have any)
- Noise-canceling headphones
- Selfie stick
- Power bank
- Travel speakers
- Ipad or Kindle or EReader
Summing up
That’s it… you are now ready and set to go on your vacation. We hope this summer vacation packing checklist will reduce your hassle and will help you enjoy a seamless holiday. Enjoy your vacation! Bon voyage!