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The Ultimate Summer Holiday Packing Checklist

Everyone has at some point in their lives gone on holiday, arrived at the destination and realised that they have forgotten something. Whether it is your toothpaste or travel guide, remembering to pack everything can be a humongous task to get right.

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With summer season now upon us, you may be planning to book a holiday but before you dig out the old suitcase or go shopping for new swimwear, check out this packing checklist.

Print out this guide and tick each item off as you go, to make sure you pack everything you need for the perfect summer holiday.

Documentation

Driving licence; in case you want to hire a vehicle
Tickets (flying, train, cruise)
Passport; even if you aren’t flying, this is handy for ID
Travel guides/maps
Travel insurance
Holiday money in desired currency
Credit card for emergency

Toiletries

Toothbrush/ toothpaste
Shampoo and conditioner
Shower gel
Sun cream
Mosquito repellent
Razor; or you could wax before you go
Skincare routine (cleanser, toner and moisturiser)
Hair brush, comb and bobbles/grips
Make up, including nail varnish/ remover
Make up removal wipes
Feminine hygiene products
Deodorant
Medication
First aid essentials (plasters, antihistamines, diarrhoea relief, travel sickness, pain killers, flight socks)
Travel wash
Tweezers/scissors; make sure these are not packed in your hand luggage

Electronics

Hair dryer
Hair straighteners/waving wand
iPod and docking station
e-book reader; saves much more space than books
Digital camera

Clothes (amount subject to length of holiday)

Daytime shorts
Daytime t-shirts
Beach dress
Flip flops/ comfortable walking shoes
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Swimwear
Evening dresses
Evening linen trousers/skirts
Evening tops
Tuxedo/suit; required for certain holidays, like cruises
Full length smart trousers; some hotels won’t allow men to eat in the restaurant at nighttime with visible legs
Short/long sleeved shirts
Accessories (handbags, belts, jewellery but be careful to lock expensive items in the room safe)
Socks; if the destination is cold
Underwear
Jacket; in case the evenings are chilly
Pyjamas

So there you have the ultimate packing checklist for a summer holiday. Have we missed anything off the list? Please let us know below.


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