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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