VagaBob Tested & Recommended Euro Travel Packing Basics
Primary Gear: Travel Backpack or Rolling Suitcase/Backpack (carry on size ideal – approx. 2,500 to 2,750 cu in. / 45 liters max. capacity)
Packing Check List (obviously–some items are seasonably adjustable):
Clothes Travel Necessities
short sleeved shirts toiletry organizer bag
long sleeved shirts sleep sheet – optional
button-down shirts travel towel
sweat shirt/fleece camera, memory cards/film, recharger
sleep shirt first aid/sewing kit
jeans travel itinerary info
trousers Swiss Army knife (if luggage checked)
shorts money belt
pajama bottoms day pack/waistpack/tote bag
long underwear luggage locks & locker lock
underwear clothes line & sink stopper
socks/liners reserve snack bars (Snickers)
bras (if nature requires) passport, drivers license, student ID
swimsuit photocopies of passport/ID
walking shoes/boots wristwatch/alarm
sport sandals sunglasses
waterproof jacket/pant money/ATM card/credit card(s)…
softshell jacket guide book & phrase book
hat credit card theft notification ph.#’s
scarf trash bags/baggies
gloves
Toiletries Optional Items
shampoo/conditioner shower shoes/sandals
soap (bar or liquid) inflatable neck pillow
wash cloth or body sponge eye shade & ear plugs
toothpaste, toothbrush, & floss small flashlight or headlamp
safety razor space emergency blanket
underarm deodorant flat packing umbrella
face/body moisturizer thermometer/compass key chain
sunscreen (SPF 15+) small amount of duct tape
lip balm (Chap stick, etc.) parachute cord – @ 20 ft.
small finger nail clippers emergency poncho
tweezers voltage converter w/plugs
contacts, solution & eye glasses eating utensil set
make-up (if necessary) small foldable drinking cup
pers. hygiene products (as required) addresses of family & friends
prescription drugs (if required) phone/calling card
vitamins cell phone/tablet/acces.(if desired) journal & pen
Keep in Mind – The ONLY absolutely essential items are;
– Your Passport / Travel Docs / Money (ATM/Crt.Cds.) / Rx’s
– You can easily replenish a lost or depleted (clothing, toiletry, etc..) item—locally…
– Emphasis towards lightweight/tightly-packable/quick & easy to wash n’ dry polypropylene/nylon/wool (best)/silk clothing items (LAYERS)
– Less pack weight & bulk is ALWAYS better! Ideal max total pack weight = low to mid 20 lb range (+/- dependent on climate & traveler’s stature)
– Now, this suggestion is partly philosophical, but mostly practical — For the sake of reducing bulk & weight, and, most importantly, simplifying your journey —- try to minimize the amount of electronics & tech gear you bring along….