With just few weeks left for my Norway and Iceland trip, I have started to think about the things I need to pack. As I go defining on what to pack and what not to, I am creating this post with a complete comprehensive packing list required for long overseas travels.
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What’s in my suitcase?
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Clothing | |||
1 | Shirts/T-shirts | Yes | Yes |
2 | Pants/Jeans/Shorts | Yes | Yes |
3 | Sweaters | No | Yes |
4 | Jackets/Coats | No | Yes |
5 | Dress | Yes | Yes |
6 | Underwear – I usually carry a pair extra than what is required | Yes | Yes |
7 | Pajamas/Robes | Yes | Yes |
8 | Socks | Yes | Yes |
9 | Slippers | Yes | Yes |
10 | Casual shoes | Yes | No |
11 | Sneakers/Boots | Yes | Yes |
12 | Dress shoe | Yes | Yes |
13 | Hat/Cap | Yes | Yes |
14 | Scarves & Gloves | No | Yes |
15 | Swimwear | Yes | Yes |
16 | Belts | Yes | Yes |
17 | Thermals | No | Yes |
18 | Fleece tops & pants | No | Yes |
19 | Towel | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Electronics | |||
1 | Charger – Cell phone, Camera, tablet, laptop | Yes | Yes |
2 | Power board | Yes | Yes |
3 | Travel Iron | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Medical/Health | |||
1 | Vitamins | Yes | Yes |
2 | Pudina Hara | Yes | Yes |
3 | Insect Repellent | Yes | Yes |
4 | Volini | Yes | Yes |
5 | Dolo | Yes | Yes |
6 | Panadol | Yes | Yes |
7 | Neurophin | Yes | Yes |
8 | Band aid | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Miscellaneous | |||
1 | Umbrella | Yes | Yes |
2 | Food – Ready to eat or snacks – DO NOT TAKE RAW FOOD | Yes | Yes |
3 | Travel lock | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Toiletries | |||
1 | Toothbrush, Tongue cleaner, Tooth paste | Yes | Yes |
2 | Dental floss | Yes | Yes |
3 | Ear buds | Yes | Yes |
4 | Sunscreen | Yes | Yes |
5 | Moisturiser | Yes | Yes |
6 | Tweezer & Scissors | Yes | Yes |
7 | Comb | Yes | Yes |
8 | Shampoo & Conditioner | Yes | Yes |
9 | Tissues | Yes | Yes |
10 | Soap | Yes | Yes |
11 | Perfume | Yes | Yes |
12 | Tampons | Yes | Yes |
13 | Razor | Yes | Yes |
14 | Mirror | Yes | Yes |
15 | Deodorant | Yes | Yes |
16 | Safety pin | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Laundry | |||
1 | Detergent | Yes | Yes |
2 | Laundry bag | Yes | Yes |
What’s in my backpack?
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Clothing | |||
1 | T-shirt (1) | Yes | Yes |
2 | Undergarment (1 pair) | Yes | Yes |
3 | Pant (1) | Yes | Yes |
4 | Scarf | Yes | Yes |
5 | Ear rings/chains – Do not carry expensive stuff | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Money | |||
1 | Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
2 | Debit Card | Yes | Yes |
3 | Photocopy of Credit Card and Debit Card | Yes | Yes |
4 | Airline Cards – Qantas & Velocity | Yes | Yes |
5 | Cash – Forex | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Electronics | |||
1 | Cell phone | Yes | Yes |
2 | Camera and accessories | Yes | Yes |
3 | Tripod | Yes | Yes |
4 | Laptop and accessories | Yes | Yes |
5 | Tablet and accessories | Yes | Yes |
6 | Travel adapter | Yes | Yes |
7 | Selfie Stick | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Medical/Health | |||
1 | Prescription | Yes | Yes |
2 | Prescribed medicines | Yes | Yes |
3 | Panadol | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Miscellaneous | |||
1 | Sunglasses | Yes | Yes |
2 | Watch | Yes | Yes |
3 | House Keys | Yes | Yes |
4 | Journal | Yes | Yes |
5 | Novel | Yes | Yes |
6 | Ear plug | Yes | Yes |
7 | Neck pillow | Yes | Yes |
8 | YHA Card | Yes | Yes |
9 | Water bottle | Yes | Yes |
10 | Chocolates/Snacks | Yes | Yes |
11 | Pen | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Toiletries | |||
1 | Lip balm | Yes | Yes |
Item # | Item Description | Summer | Winter |
Documentation | |||
1 | Drivers Licence | Yes | Yes |
2 | Passport | Yes | Yes |
3 | Visa | Yes | Yes |
4 | Flight Tickets | Yes | Yes |
5 | Accommodation | Yes | Yes |
6 | Travel Insurance | Yes | Yes |
7 | Travel Journal | Yes | Yes |
8 | Any photography settings | Yes | Yes |
9 | Tours | Yes | Yes |
10 | Map | Yes | Yes |
11 | Emergency Numbers | Yes | Yes |
Also attached is the downloadable file: packing-list-long-overseas-travel