I keep this packing list handy so I don’t have to scramble last minute to remember everything I might need. Hope you find this list helpful!
First off, I keep a massive toiletry bag always packed. I never take anything out of here, so these are duplicates (often in smaller or disposable versions) of what I have at home for daily use. Having this always packed saves a lot of time.
I also keep a carry on bag always packed – for the same reason: saves time and I don’t have to worry about forgetting my essentials.
If I have a favorite (or bulk) version to recommend, I have linked it below in the list.
Toiletry Bag (always stays packed)
- Allergy Medicine
- Decongestant
- Cough Suppressant
- Tummy Meds
- Deodorant
- Kid toothpaste
- My toothpaste
- Kid electric toothbrush
- My toothbrush (disposable, so throw it away/replace it when you get home)
- Safety pins
- Vitamins/RXs
- Covid tests
- Shampoo
- Put your shampoo/conditioner/face wash in these little travel tube containers
- Conditioner
- Bar soap
- Use this travel soap dish to keep your soap from getting everything wet after you’ve used it – also keep your soap off of the shower/tub at your hotel
- Face wash
- Shaving cream/shave stick
- Razor (disposable, so throw it away/replace it when you get home)
- Pantiliners (you’ll need to replenish these along with your pads and tampons periodically)
- Pads
- Tampons
- Tweezers
- Hair styling products (get mini versions at Target or your preferred product’s website)
- Hair brush
- Contacts products
- Cotton balls and cotton swabs (replenish periodically)
- Sunscreen
- Mini first aid kit (bandages, antibiotic cream, etc.)
- Travel scissors
- Lighted travel mirror
Carry On Bag (always stays packed)
- Travel pillow (wash after each trip)
- Travel blanket (wash after each trip)
- Hammock foot rest
- Afrin (my son’s ears hurt on take off/landing, so we use this – no more pain!)
- Gum
- Headphones
- Headphones splitter (in case we want to watch something together on a longer flight)
- Power converter (for international travel)
- Solar power bank
- Masks
Suitcase (all the things that go in here)
- Laptop and charger
- Hat (baseball, fashion, other)
- Pajamas
- Underwear
- Bras
- Jewelry
- Lounge clothes
- Daily clothes
- Swimsuit
- Shoes
- Keep all your shoes in travel shoe bags so their dirty soles don’t touch everything
- Extra Invisalign (in case my son’s breaks or gets lost)
- Retainer
- Makeup
- Glasses
- Sunglasses
- Phone (duh)
- Wallet/passport (if needed)
Other (might bring if feelin’ it or the situation calls for it)
- Raincoat/umbrella
- Travel speaker
- Sketching/art supplies
- Apple Watch/charger
- Football
- Travel fan (if going to be outside somewhere hot)
- Water socks/snorkel masks/goggles
- Beach bag
- Hiking supplies (shoes, backpack, camel back, etc.)
- Folding chair
- Blanket (either for keeping warm or for picnic)
If the dog is going…
- K9 sack
- Collar
- Harness
- Leash
- Food
- Treats
- Pee pads
- Poop bags
- Wipes
- Life vest (if going around water)
- Travel water bottle
- Bowls for water and food
In case an audition pops up…
- Travel ringlight/tripod
- Backdrop
- Audition shirts
- Highlighters





























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