If you follow my international travel packing list, you can be sure to never forget anything you will need on the road. I try to keep my backpack as light as possible, and so should you. Keep in mind, you do not want to exceed 20KG!
If you realize that you forgot something, don’t panic. You can still buy everything on the road and sometimes it’s even cheaper than back home. Leave the ‘just in case’ items at home. You will NOT need them. I have been traveling with so much stuff at times…and then realized, I didn’t even touch it once. Make your travel life easier and travel light!
All my stuff fits in the Eagle Creek backpack. Easy. I love this particular backpack because you can open it like a suitcase and it comes with a little daypack as well. With many other backpacks, you have to unpack your entire ‘house’, just because you really want to wear this one shirt which lies at the bottom of the bag. Only thinking about it gives me a headache.
I use the little daypack as my carry-on luggage, where I pack in all my electronics. You don’t want them to get smashed in your checked-in luggage.
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The international travel packing list clothes:
- 1 x Ziploc Bag
- 1 x Organizer Bags (for electronics)
1 x Jumper or Hooded Fleece- 1 x Jogging Pants
- 2 x Ankle Socks
- 2 x Normal Socks
- 7 x Undies
- 1 x Black Bra
- 2 x Bikinis
- 3 x Shorts
- 4 x Tank Tops
- 6 x T-shirts
- 1 x Flip Flops
- 1 x Converse-Shoes or Nike Free Run
- 1x Jeans (stretch)
- 1x Leather Belt
- 1x Summer dress
- 1x Multifunctional scarf
- 1x Cardigan
Packing list utensils:
- Microfibre Travel Towel (best invention in the world really!)
- Travel Sheet
- Travel Pillow
- Sunglasses + Etui
- Ear Plugs (snoring people are annoying)
- Master Lock
- Diary + Pens
- Sleeping Mask
- Pocket Knife
- Sunscreen 30+
- Mosquito Spray
- Drybag
- Case Bag for iPhone
- Camel Bag
- rain cover for a daypack
Packing list toiletries:
- Washbag
- Tampons or Diva Cup
- Shaver + Extra Blades
- Contact Lenses
- Contact Lenses Solution
- Eyedrops
- Lip Balm (incl. sun protection)
- Travel Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Hairbrush/Comb
- Coconut Hair Wax
- Travel Bottles for Soaps etc.
- Cotton Buds
- Deo roll-on
- Mascara + Eyeliner Waterproof
- Concealer
- Foundation
- Blush + Brush
- Baby Wipes Travel Case
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
Packing list first-aid kid:
- Vitamins
- Paracetamol
- Vitamin B12
- Disinfection spray
- Pills against seasickness
- Diarrhea Relief
- Plaster
- ASPIRIN
Packing list documents:
I keep my documents safe in a water- and fireproof document bag and then I put them in my shoulder bag and carry them very close to my body at all times.
- Passport
- ID
- Drivers License + International Drivers License
- Vaccination Record
- Credit card
- Extra photographs
- Travel wallet
- Cash
- Diver Certification
You can be super safe (I would highly recommend buying this bag) and stuff all your belongings in a Pacsafe.
Packing list digital devices:
- MacBook Pro
- + Cover
- iPhone
- Spare Battery
- Kindle
- JBL Music Box Splashproof
- USB Stick
- Go Pro Camera
- Canon G7 X
- Memory card
All in all, I never exceed 20 KG. Depending on the destination, if it’s warmer or colder, you can always buy an extra jumper in that place, if you really need it.
Now, do yourself a favor and make a ‘trial packing’. Pack up everything you think you need and go for a walk for about 30 minutes outside your house. When you come back you will see miracles take place.
Read more about what backpack you should choose here.
What do you pack in your bag if you want to go and travel the world? Please let others know and leave a comment.
