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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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17) Sunscreen.
18) Cosmetics, make-up remover and clean wipes.
19) Personal/ feminine hygiene products.
20) Cologne/ perfume.
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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.
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