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You should pack certain critical items with you. Other items
are less important, and can be packed in checked luggage. Some items are
only required if you are traveling to a hot or cold climate. Don't
pack too many clothes!
| | Pack with you (in a carry on case, not in checked luggage): |
 | tickets (airline, cruise line, train, tour coupons, etc.) |
| wallet/purse |
| cash |
| travellers cheques |
| credit cards |
| identification - government-issued, with photo |
| passport |
| immunization certificate |
| bandaids |
| Aspirin/Tylenol/pain medication |
| deodorant |
| comb/brush |
| toothpaste |
| toothbrush |
| decongestant tablets/nasal spray |
| makeup (limited) |
| granola/cereal bars / packaged nutrition snacks |
| small roll of toilet paper (flattened) |
| watch or small travel clock |
| anti-diarrhea medication |
| prescription eyeglasses or contacts |
| spare set of contact lenses or prescription eyeglasses (prescription sun glasses can
substitute) |
| liquid solutions for contacts |
| spare set of underwear and sock/stockings/panty hose |
| prescription medications |
| a personal cheque (in your wallet) |
| list of contact phone numbers for emergency cancellation of credit cards contact phone numbers
and addresses of the nearest national consulates (or alternates) for your area of
travel |
| list of names, addresses, phone numbers of close relatives and friends. |
| copies of all receipts and invoices for high value gear you are taking
with you, such as cameras, notebook computers, other small electronics, and
watches and other small valuables. I don't recommend that you travel with
too many valuables. |
Know What Carry On Items Are NOT Allowed. Although disposable
razors are allowed, security requirements prohibit passengers from
taking certain items in their carry-on luggage:
| Knives |
| Cutting instruments (metallic or non-metallic), including box
cutters and other folding or retractable blades, regardless of
length |
| Ice picks |
| Straight razors |
| Elongated scissors |
| Knitting needles |
| Some liquids - check the web for current list |
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Carry Photo ID - All travelers 18 and older must show
government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's license
or passport) and airline tickets at security
checkpoints and also before boarding.
Pack in checked luggage:
| Sewing kit |
| Aspirin/Tylenol/pain medication |
| shaving kit |
| makeup kit |
| laxative |
| vitamins |
| small quantity of laundry detergent |
| plastic bags and twist ties |
| second set of: contact lists |
| Swiss Army knife |
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Yes, you should also pack clothes in your checked luggage.
Just remember, you
have to lug this stuff around (unless you take a cruise).
Pack light. What does light
mean? Mark Verber's
Packing & Traveling Light Recommendations offers
some practical advice.
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No more than:
| 2 pr of slacks/pants |
| 2 shirts/blouses (4 shirts/blouses if going to colder climates) |
| 4 t-shirts (2 t-shirts if going to colder climates) |
| 2 pr shorts |
| 1 swimsuit |
| 2 pr shoes |
| 1 hat |
| 4 sets underwear |
| 4 pr socks/stockings/panty hose |
| I highly recommend 1 pr of pants be blue jeans or chinos, and 1 pr of shoes be sport
shoes of some type. You should wear these when you depart, since they will likely be the
heaviest garments you would otherwise pack. |
Pack for hot weather destinations:
| wide brim hat |
| sun block (at least SPF 20) |
| insect repellent |
| lip balm |
| soothing skin lotion for sunburn |
| (prescription) sun glasses with UV protection |
| long sleeved shirt/blouse |
| cotton/linen pants/slacks |
| sneakers |
| sandals/beach shoes |
Pack for cool/cold weather destinations:
| lined nylon jacket |
| wool sweater |
| gloves |
| scarf |
| lip balm |
| waterproof shoes/boots |
| rain poncho |
| Possibly more serious cold weather gear if you are traveling to areas where you expect
snow and ice. |
Pack for business trips (wear one of each of the
first 4 items):
| 2 dark business suits |
| 3 ties/scarves |
| 2 pr dress shoes |
| 4 dress shirts/blouses |
| dress watch |
| briefcase |
| umbrella or dark overcoat (for wet and/or cold climates) |
| business papers & materials |
| notebook computer or PDA |
| cellular telephone |
| list of business contacts, consular officials, personal contacts |
If you are traveling with children, take proof they are yours!
Birth certificates, child's passport (or their names on your passport) are
essential. If both parents are not traveling with their children, you
will also need a letter of permission from the missing parent.
If you are a multinational couple with children, be aware
that your respective home countries may consider your children as nationals of
your home country, and may impose local laws on you and your children upon arrival. Do
not take your children overseas until you have carefully
researched this angle!
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