THE BASICS

• Cargo bag/suitcase
• Shoulder bag/day pack
• Luggage ID tags
• Personal/student ID and driver’s license
• Wallet and cash
• Traveler’s checks
• Passport, visa, and tourist card
• Money belt and passport carrier
• Tickets
• Credit and telephone cards
• Health insurance card
• Emergency contact information
• Address book
• Phrase books and guide books
• Maps
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CLOTHING

• Rain gear or seasonal coat
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Dress shoes
• Athletic shoes
• Sandals
• Rubber thongs/slaps
• Sweater
• Shirts/blouses
• T-shirts
• Jeans
• Slacks
• Shorts
• Underwear
• Socks
• Seasonal hat
• Gloves/mittens
• Bandanna
• Belt
• Long underwear
• Swimsuit
• Pajamas or nightgown
• Bathrobe and slippers
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For Women

• Dress
• Skirt
• Slip
• Stockings/tights
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For Men

• Tie
• Belt/suspenders
• Tuxedo
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PERSONAL

• Soap and container
• Toilet paper
• Medicines and prescriptions
• Vitamins
• Shampoo
• Comb and brush
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss
• Lip balm and sun screen
• Small towel and washcloth
• Pre-moistened towelettes
• Deodorant
• Earplugs
• Hairdryer
• Hair spray/mousse
• Saline solution
• Extra pair of glasses/contacts and prescription
• Sunglasses
• Feminine hygiene products
• Make up
• Razor and blades
• Shaving cream
• Aftershave
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For Children and Infants

• Diapers and diaper wipes
• Toys and books
• Formula
• Bottles, brushes, and accessories
• Night light
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OTHER USEFUL ITEMS

• Dried fruit & healthful snacks
• Books and magazines
• Playing cards
• Notebook and pen
• Stationery, envelopes, and stamps
• Business cards
• Inflatable pillow
• Emergency space blanket
• Pocket hammock
• Coat hangers
• Nylon cord/clothes line
• Laundry soap
• Flat rubber drain plug
• Scrub brush
• Voltage adapter and plug adapters
• Batteries
• Binoculars
• Sheet bag for hostels
• Small flashlight
• Watch and alarm clock
• Video camera, camera, and film
• Travel iron or steamer
• Sewing kit with safety pins
• Umbrella
• Compass
• Safety pins
• Sealable plastic bags
• Rip-stop repair tape
• Combination lock
• Nylon duffel (folded)
• Small nylon bags
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CAMPING EQUIPMENT

• Sleeping bag and pad
• Tent
• Ground cloth
• Water bottle/canteen
• Cup
• Fork and spoon
• Cook kit
• Stove and fuel
• Matches
• Insect repellent
• Small first aid kit
• First aid booklet
• Blister kit
• Water purification tablets
• Water filter
• Pocket knife with tools
• Pocket sharpening stone
• Snake bite kit
• Hiking boots
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ADDITIONAL TRAVEL GEAR

• Pet food and toys
• Laptop computer
• Portable printer and scanner
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