Your last minute vacation essentials packing checklist
In the rush of getting ready to leave for your trip this vacation, you might need some help remembering what to pack. Here's a list of some important items you can't leave behind.
Here is a list of things you might want to remember when packing for your vacation. Keep this list on hand and check off as you pack.
Here’s a pro-packing tip for saving space: Instead of folding clothes, lay them out without wrinkles, gently fold in sections like sleeves, fold in half once and roll up into a tight cylinder. This method is less prone to wrinkling and takes up less space.
1) Main luggage and toiletries bag (you have to pack everything somewhere).
2) Clothes: Be sure to pack day and night, formal and informal, long-sleeve and short-sleeve as well as swimwear – clothes for every occasion.
3) Underwear and socks. Always pack more of these than the number of days you’re going away for.
4) Shoes: Takkies, sandals and formal shoes for every occasion.
5) Sleepwear.
6) Rain jacket and umbrella. You never know if it might rain or not.
7) Glasses, sunglasses and cases to keep them safe. Also remember contact lenses and solution.
8) Towel: At least one for just in case, even if your vacation accommodation supplies towels.
9) Jewellery
10) Hat/ cap
11) Cellphone, tablet, laptop, e-reader, camera and chargers.
12) Portable speakers.
13) Toothbrush and toothpaste.
14) Comb, hair dryer and other hair-related equipment.
15) Deodorant and roll-on.
16) Shampoo, conditioner, soap and face wash.
17) Sunscreen.
18) Cosmetics, make-up remover and clean wipes.
19) Personal/ feminine hygiene products.
20) Cologne/ perfume.
21) Shaving razors and cream.
22) Nail clippers and tweezers.
23) Medication. Even if you don’t use prescription medication regularly, make sure to have a medical kit for any unexpected illnesses.
24) Wallet, handbag, money and credit/ debit/ bank cards.
25) Identification Document and Driver’s Licence.
26) Home and car keys.
27) Earphones and earplugs.
28) Water/ drink bottle.
29) Wristwatch and bedside alarm clock.
30) Travel tickets.
31) Accommodation/ reservation documents.
32) Reading material – books, magazines, etc.
33) Handheld gaming consoles.
34) Playing cards and board games.
35) Vacation journal and pens.
