Packing Checklist for a Week

Documents and money

Passport, checked for validity Tickets and accommodation details, saved offline Travel insurance details GHIC card, if travelling in Europe Bank card plus a spare, kept apart A little local cash Photos of all documents, stored safely

Clothes

3 T-shirts or tops 1 long-sleeved layer 1 warm layer 1 light waterproof jacket 2 trousers, shorts or skirts 4 pairs of underwear 3 pairs of socks 1 set of sleepwear Swimwear, if needed

Shoes

Comfortable walking shoes, worn on the plane Light sandals or second pair

Washbag

Toothbrush and small toothpaste Small deodorant Small shampoo and soap, or solid bars Sun cream Personal medicines, in original packaging Plasters and pain relief Clear bag for liquids, as your airport requires

Tech

Phone and charger Power bank, in your cabin bag Travel adaptor Headphones Offline maps and playlists downloaded

Small things that help

Refillable water bottle Sunglasses Light scarf or sarong Folding shopping bag Small laundry soap A paperback or e-reader Pen, for forms on arrival