Whenever we go on a trip there seems to be something I always wish I would have thought of when I packed and always when it’s most inconvenient to go buy some. I try to go through things in my mind that you can’t usually get in a hotel, so I don’t forget them, but I always seemed to forget something. So I made myself a list and put somethings together that I can just grab when I’m packing. Hopefully this will help you too!
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First aid supplies are always something that we need and never have. We have both gotten little cuts on our fingers, just enough to want to put a bandage on and of course we didn’t have any. So, I put together some first aid supplies in a baggie and just take that when we travel. I have Band-Aids, clothe tape, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes and a travel Vaseline (it is just as effective as antibiotic cream and has other uses).
Another thing that I always seem to need is a pair of scissors. Since it’s almost impossible to get them through TSA, once again I put together a few things in a baggie that might not get through security and put them in my checked baggage. So this includes scissors, tweezers, safety pins, Emory board and nail file. Not only does it save time at TSA, but it keeps them all together in my suitcase.
I have found that using a laundry bag is a great way to keep your clothes separated. I found one that is mesh and washable so when I get home, I can just toss everything in the washer. It really doesn’t take any more room in the suitcase and makes it easier when you get home.
Travel size stain remover is always a good idea. It never fails that one of us will drop food on us or spill a drink. A lot of times if you don’t get the stain out quickly, it probably won’t come out, so this is a must.
I always seem to pack something that picks up lint, so a travel lint roller is something that I appreciate having. It’s not always necessary, but great to have if you need it.
Don’t forget to take your glass case if you wear glasses. I forget this often, because I don’t use it at home. But when you’re traveling it’s nice to have so you know where you put your glasses. It’s also great for sunglasses in your suitcase so they don’t get broken.
I don’t know about you, but I tend to take lots of pictures, especially when I’m visiting someplace new. So having an extra memory card can come in handy. I’ve also put in new memory cards before I left on a trip and for some reason they didn’t work so having an extra one was super helpful.
Slippers or flip flops- these always come in handy and I almost always forget them. Slippers are great to have when walking around the hotel room. If you don’t want to wear slippers, you might want to take a pair of flip flops which you can wear on the cold bathroom floor or if you are just going to the lobby to get a drink or something. I think I have finally learned to take these, lol.
Password list- this is a must if you are going to be on any device. I’m sure you’ve had it happen to you where you go on an app or website and for whatever reason it needs you to put in your password again even though you have been using it forever without needing your password. Because all sites are different about what kind of password you can use, mine is never the same, so I need this list! I usually just take the ones for things I usually go on like my bank, email, etc. I made up my own little code so that if someone would happen to get it, they probably couldn’t figure it out.
The final thing I tend to forget is extra-long charging cords. Inevitably, the only place to plug in to charge your phone is 6 or 8 ft. away so with the typical cord that comes with your phone, it’s not long enough. If you have a longer one you can charge and use your phone at the same time. I like to charge my phone overnight but want it close to the bed so when my alarm goes off, I don’t have to walk across the room to turn it off, so it’s nice to have the longer cord.
Conclusion
As you can tell, there are many things you may need on your trip but forget about them when you’re packing. As I said, I put this list together not only to help you think about things you may need, but for me to use when I’m packing. I’m sure there are even more things, but these are what I tend to forget. I hope this has been helpful to you. We hope to encourage people to find their adventures and hope to give helpful tips for traveling.