CHRISTY: Vancouver & Seattle Lifestyle, Travel, Fashion, Beauty, Business, & Food Blogger ❀

When I travel, I try to pack light as best as I can but also make sure I’m prepared for many different situations. I always make a list of things to pack in case I forget anything, and also to make sure I bring everything back with me. Some of the items might just be from my own experience and habits (i.e., being hygienic). So here’s my list!

1. Carry-On or Check-In Luggage (For Clothes And Everything Else) – with an AirTag on in case I lose it

2. Backpack (With Purse & Passport, Travel Documents & Copies, Travel Insurance, Trip Itinerary)

Since I have to bring my laptop around with me and also my skincare products, its helpful to just carry them all in a backpack. I also prefer to bring a small purse with me (to carry wallet, purse, and small items) when I’m out exploring so I stuff that into the backpack too.

3. Electronics: Earphones, Laptop, Laptop Charger, Phone (Travel SIM Card), Phone Charger, Battery Pack, Travel Adapter, Speakers

4. Camera, Charger/ Battery Pack, & Camera Stand

5. Disinfectant Wipes & Hand Sanitizers

Some accommodations can turn out to be pretty dirty. Also with COVID going around still, it’s just a good habit to carry some around.

6. Slippers/ Flip Flops

Good for the beach or pool unless the hotels don’t have any. I had an experience one time where no slippers were available so this would’ve been super helpful.

7. Water Bottle

When you’re out and need water, good to bring some around, or buy drinks outside.

8. Hair Products & Accessories: Dry Shampoo, Hats, Hair Ties, Hair Clips, Heat Spray, Straightener/ Curler

9. Small Body Wash, Deodorant, Hand Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner

Some accommodations don’t provide it and might also not be the most hygienic so best to bring your own. Same for toothpaste.

10. Toothbrush, Floss, & Toothpaste (If You Don’t Want To Use The Hotel’s)

11. A Lighter Wallet

Remove any unnecessary cards or bills in your wallet. If you travel to Asia, it’s also good to carry a coin purse or a wallet with coins.

12. Small Umbrella (Optional – Can also buy it)

Once, I travelled to Bangkok and it was pouring with no covers or anywhere to buy an umbrella. So glad we had a small umbrella with us.

13. Travel Outfits (Of Course), Socks, Undergarments, PJs, Gym Clothes, Swimwear (If Needed), Scarves & Gloves For The Cold

14. Skincare, Sunscreen, & Bug Spray (If Needed)

15. Jewellery & Watches

16. Medication (If Needed)

Sometimes I pack Melatonin in case I really can’t sleep on the plane.

17. Feminine Hygiene Products For The Ladies

18. Mini First-Aid Kit (Optional – Mainly Bandaids)

Bandaids are helpful if you get blisters while walking too much!

19. Travel Pillow, Travel Blanket, & Sleeping Mask (If Needed)

20. Sunglasses, Case, & Belts

21. Travel Journal & Pen (Optional)

22. Glasses & Contacts (If Needed)

23. Shoes: Flats, Comfy Sneakers, Boots

24. Lipstick & Lip Balm (If Needed)

25. Perfume (If Needed)

26. Razor/Shaver For Men

27. Extra Plastic Bags

It’s best to keep a checklist on your phone so you don’t forget and to make sure you also bring all these back!