Address labels or business cards
- Include E-mail address on cards and labels.
- Baggies
- 2 sizes. For laundry that hasn't dried,
damp face cloth, etc.
- Belts, Accessories (jewelry)
- Clock, alarm
Clothing
- Carry half in carryon, half in partner's bag
if traveling with someone. (And half his clothes in your bag.) If one of our bags is lost,
we still have half our clothes. This should not happen if you have a carryon, but someone
COULD take off with yours by mistake.
- Cosmetics
- You will have to compile your own list of
cosmetics to take. This is quite personal. Don't forget purse-size hair spray.
Ear Plugs- Great for flying in small commuter
planes - they are so noisy.
- Electric plug adaptors
- Different parts of the world use different
plugs, so carry adaptors if you have any electric appliances with you.
-
Feminine Protection - Sometimes difficult to explain to someone in
sign language exactly what it is you want. Also, these items may be different from what
you are used to. So carry what you will need.
- Flashlight
- I carry a small flashlight when I go to
countries that might have erratic power or on safari. Also comes in handy during night if
I have to get up and don't want to disturb traveling companion.
- Flight Bag
- This is a small, lightweight carryon that can
be folded flat and takes practically no room when it is placed on the bottom of your bag.
Tour groups often give them to their clients. Comes in very handy when you bring back more
than you can place in your luggage.
Gloves - If necessary, cotton or heavy depending on
destination.
- Hair Dryer
- With dual-voltage capability. Take only if
there's doubt that one is available in the hotel. If you don't have one with dual-voltage,
be sure you have a converter and the proper plugs for the countries you are visiting.
- Hangers
- A couple plastic hangers come in handy for
drying clothing when no shower curtain rod, not enough hangers in hotel closet, etc.
- Insect repellant
- When going to an area that will be buggy.
- Laundry bag
- Carry a plastic laundry bag for soiled or
worn clothing.
- Laundry Clips
- Have clips with hooks on end so can hang up
hose to dry.
- Misc. items
- Needle, thread, safety pins, rubber bands,
other related items.
Netting - Take a yard or two of nylon netting if going
to a place that is mosquito infested. It takes practically no room, and will be invaluable
if it is necessary. Be sure the holes are small. I have used nylon tulle lately. I also
have made protection for my head with this material, which covers my face, neck and head.
- Night clothes
- Plus robe and slippers, if necessary. Can use
plastic raincoat in place of robe. Can always slip on shoes in place of slippers.
Purse/Backpack - Small one for times when I will not want to
wear a hip pack. Actually, I have decided not to take a purse in the future. But I do take
a purse-type backpack which I use quite often now.
- Raincoat
- Plastic with hood. Better than umbrella,
takes less space, and excellent as a windbreaker or robe.
- Shower Items
- Cap, shower sandals (flip-flops)
- Shoes
- Take an extra pair for walking
- Silk spray/anti-static spray
- In warm countries, I take nothing but silk
clothing. It takes so little space, is more comfortable than man-made fabrics and dries
quickly. And as silk clings, I need anti-static spray. I was just informed by a reader
that body lotion will work just as well and she even applies it over panty hose. I have
not tried it yet, but will soon.
- Soap
- Carry a small hotel-size bar to some areas of
the world where the soap may be quite harsh.
- Steamer or Iron
- I prefer a steamer with dual-voltage switch
as it's lighter in weight than an iron and easier to use.
- Sweater or light jacket
- Comes in handy where air-conditioners are
turned very low.
- Tights
- A simple solution for very cold areas. They
take very little room but provide much warmth.
- Toilet Tissue
- Remove center core and press flat. Take very
soft tissue and use in place of Kleenex.
- ToothBrush Cap
- A cap for over the brush takes much less room
than conventional tooth brush holder.
- Towel and Face Cloth
- An extra towel is always handy. Use to
squeeze moisture out of clothing after laundering. Clothes will dry faster. Some places
give only provide one bath towel and you may need another for your hair. Take an old one
that can be left at last stop. Most places don't supply face cloths.
- Travel data
- Don't forget maps, travel books. In place of
carrying complete books, I tear out the pages I will need
Underwear - Two sets plus what you are wearing should be
enough. Insulated when necessary. If possible, carry nylon or silk. Dries overnight. Even
make my husband wear silk underwear on trips for this reason.
Vitamins
Bring all vitamins you
usally take everyday.
- Wash'n Dri
- Moist disposable towelettes for cleaning
hands before eating on plane. They come in handy other times also.
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