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Any packing list is of necessity generic but it is a very important frame or skeleton
on which you can build your own destination specific list. Be sure to take into consideration climatic variations and the various types of activities you will be attempting on your trip and during your trip.

Remember that this is just a suggested traveling packing list before and during your trip. You don´t really have to do or bring the entire following list. It all depends on the length of your trip.

Passport and ID/driver license
Emergency Information/waiver form
Insurance
Traveler's Cheques
Credit/Debit cards
Currency (not much cash)
Guide Books/maps
Photocopy all documents (including ticket and passport)

BASICS

Luggage/travel pack
Sheet, pillow case
Towel, face cloth
Camera/film, charger or batteries
Wet weather gear (umbrella)
Water bottle
Phrase Book/dictionary
Travel journal
Address book
Travel locks
Luggage ID tags
Visor or brimmed hat (sombrero)
Radio, walkman, CD player or ipod

MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Flashlight & batteries
Sewing kit
Laundry bag
Medication Aspirin/pain reliever
Cold medicine
Contact lens prep
Diarrhea medicine
Laxative or stool softener
Sunscreen
Antibiotic cream
Personal prescriptions
Mosquitoes repellent

TOILETRIES

Comb/brush
Dental Floss
Deodorant Soap - personal & laundry
Skin care lotions
Makeup Mirror
Manicure kit
Personal hygiene items
Shampoo/body gel
Hygiene wiping towels
Shaving cream
Hairdryer and gel
Tooth brush/paste

HOME CHECKLIST

Stop deliveries
Have Post Office hold mail
Arrange care of pets, lawn, houseplants
Set up timed lighting device
Leave house key and itinerary with neighbor or relatives
Leave an answer machine for messages and/or let people know your email in case of an emergency in it
Empty fridge
Store valuables in a safe place
Lock all doors and windows

CLOTHING MEN

1-3 pr casual pants
1-3 pr dress pants
2-4 T-shirts
2-4 casual (golf) shirts
1-3 dress shirt
1 or 2 pullover/sweatshirt
1 or 2 pullover/sweater
1 lightweight jacket and/or sweater
Underwear
Shorts
Socks
Bathing suit
3 pr Shoes max (runner, sandal, casual)

Choose clothing that breathes, washes easily & dries quickly
CLOTHING WOMEN

1-3 pr long pants
1-3 skirts
1-3 dress/1 pr dress slacks
Bathing suit
2-4 T-shirts/casual tops
1-3 casual dress blouses
Pullover
Cardigan/lightweight jacket or sweater
Underwear
Socks
3 pr shoes (runner, sandals, shoes, high heels)
Keep your color scheme simple, accessories to a bare minimum, and do not bring good jewelry

10 ESSENTIALS

Everyday Bag or backpack it will hold all the valuables you need to keep close: tickets, camera, prescription medication, and reading material)
First Aid Kit (A compact travel health kit is a must.)
Passport/money carrier (It is essential to keep passport or a copy of it and money secure.)
Travel watch/alarm (Lightweight, water resistant and reliable.)
Pocket Knife (Basic blade, can/bottle opener, scissors, tweezers and corkscrew.)
Electrical converter/adapter
Flashlight
Sunglasses
Travel Organizer (For identification, tickets, receipts & addresses)
Positive attitude (always smile)