By MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Team
It's always nerve-wracking before traveling abroad, repeatedly checking if everything you need has been packed. The anxiety caused by uncertainty often wastes a lot of time. Before departure, it's advisable to prepare a packing checklist. It not only gives you peace of mind but also improves efficiency. If you're unsure what to pack, try drafting a personal list based on the following categorized needs.
What to Pack for Travel Abroad: A Luggage Checklist Boosts Efficiency. (Image source / leclubdesdouze)
● Documents
1. Valid passport (with at least six months' validity from the date of return)
2. Copy of your passport (keep it separate from the original; it will come in handy if your passport is lost)
3. Valid visa
4. E-ticket and accommodation information
5. Cash and credit cards
● Personal Items
1. Personal medications (you can prepare basic items such as painkillers, cold medicine, stomach medicine, and vitamins)
2. Glasses, contact lenses, and eye drops
3. Toiletry kit (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, and cosmetics)
4. Razor
● Clothing
1. Underwear
2. Pajamas
3. Outfits (it’s recommended to pack a combination of clothing for different functions)
4. Slippers and shoes (choose based on travel needs and occasions)
5. Jacket (even if you're traveling to a tropical country, it's wise to bring a light jacket just in case)
6. Sunglasses
7. Swimsuit
8. Others (such as gloves, masks, scarves, etc.)
● Others
1. Small gifts (bringing unique Taiwanese souvenirs might help you make new friends)
2. Mobile phone
3. Universal adapter, chargers, and voltage converter
4. Camera and memory cards
5. Umbrella, raincoat (or waterproof jacket)
6. Lightweight tote bag (If you don’t want to carry bulky luggage when traveling abroad, it’s recommended to bring a simple cloth bag or tote—besides being easy to move around, it’s also convenient to carry on board if your checked luggage is too heavy on the way back)
7. Combination lock (Besides locking your luggage, it can also be used to secure lockers in hostels or capsule hotels)
8. Basic stationery (Useful whether you want to document your trip or communicate with others on the go)
9. Travel itinerary info (Print out the day’s attraction information or keep it on your phone, such as transport details and contact numbers, just in case)
