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The Ultimate Packing List for Families Who Travel

We travel frequently and I’m used to packing for a family of five. Despite this, I still spend the last few days before departure jotting down all of the essentials I don’t want to forget. Finally I realized that created one ultimate packing list and printing it before each trip was a smarter way to go.

Based on that list, here’s our collection of must-pack items. Print it off and use it for your next journey! Treat this ultimate packing list is like the rest of your stuff: take what you need and leave the rest!

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CLOTHING

Basics

Tops (tank tops, t-shirts)
Long-sleeved tops for layering
Pants and/or shorts
Dresses and/or skirts
Underwear
Pajamas

Accessories

Masks
Sunglasses
Belts
Socks
Shoes
Jewelry
Hats and/or visors
Scarves
Poncho (or umbrella)
Jacket or coat
Gloves

Destination and Activity

Swimsuits
Swimsuit cover-ups or robes
Workout clothing, shoes, and accessories

TOILETRIES

Hair

Hairbrush, comb
Shampoo and conditioner
Hair elastics, barrettes, bobby pins
Product (detangler, gel, hairspray)
Hair dryer, flat iron, and/or curling iron

Eyes

Glasses and case
Contacts, storage case, and lens solution
Eye drops

Teeth

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Dental floss
Mouthwash

Face

Facewash
Moisturizer
Makeup
Razor with additional blades
Tweezers
Cotton swabs

Body

Soap and/or body wash
Razor with additional blades
Deodorant
Cologne or perfume
Lotion
Nail clippers
Tampons and/or pads

Health

Prescription medications
Vitamins and supplements
Over-the-counter medications
Hand sanitizer or wipes
First aid kit

For Your Destination

Sunscreen
Lip balm with SPF
Aloe/sunburn relief
Bug spray
Motion sickness medication
Moleskin and blister gel

TRAVEL

Essentials

Passports
Driver’s licenses
Health insurance card
Travel insurance
Emergency contacts
Tickets
Reservations

Comfort

Pillow and/or blanket
Ear plugs
Eye mask
Water bottle

Entertainment

Books, magazines, and/or e-reader
Travel games and/or cards
Destination guide books

ELECTRONICS

Essentials

Mobile phone
Laptop
Tablet
Smartwatch

Accessories

Wall chargers and cables
Keyboard and mouse
Wi-Fi hotspot
Headphones
Memory cards
Portable charger
International power adapter

FAMILIES

Babies

Baby carrier
Stroller
Car seat
Diapers and pull-ups
Baby wipes
Bottles, breast pump and storage, and/or formula
Teething rings and/or gel
Toys
Baby monitor
Shampoo (baby)
Sunscreen (baby)
Swim diapers
Infant fever reducer
Physician’s contact information

Children

Snacks
Booster seat
Travel potty
Toys
Bedtime comforts
Children’s sunscreen
Swim diapers
Children’s fever reducer
Physician’s contact information

What would you add to this list?

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