Can you girls help me make a list on what to pack/buy for my HM? I leave SUNDAY!!!!!!!!

Thats right - i never really traveled before except florida - so I have no idea what I need to buy and pack. I am sick with a bad cold so I am trying to rest as much as possible. Me and Jason are going shopping this evening for things and hopefully will leave the rest of the time for me to rest.

So what do I pack!? What kind of money do I bring? Help im clueless

make two lists....

things you can pack now and things that have to wait until right before you leave...

gimme a sec...working on it for ya!

I always overpack so I'm not sure if I'm any help. I say bring more shirts than pants/shorts. You can always get away with wearing pants twice but not really tops. You should also bring dresses/skirts in case it's really hot. Bring sandals but don't forget sneakers too! I forgot where you are going and for how long....but this should help get you started. Good luck!!

im so bad with this! We are going to the dominican republic for 8 days - i have no bathing suit and he doesnt have one - i know he needs 2 or 3 pairs of dress clothes as i checked the dress code.

toiletries and all that jazz

i dont need a towel right? THey have them there??

PACK NOW:

1. Clothes for every type of weather. It's summer - but you want to bring jeans - as some places can get cold at night.

2. Bathing suit - maybe two.

3. Camera & spare batteries, spare memory cards.

4. Video camera??

5. Sneakers/sandals for whatever types of places you may go.

6. Fancy, dress up clothes. JUST in case you want to go out somewhere LOVELY - you don't want to have to be stopped because you didn't bring one nice outfit!

7. Brush/hair dryer

8. Cell phone

9. Cell phone charger

10. Sun protection

11. passport

12. purse/laptop?

13. travel confirmations - always carry them in your carry on bag - so you can pull them out at a moment's notice if you have to. (make sure you have phone numbers of your hotel/car rental place, etc).

PACK BEFORE YOU LEAVE:

1. shampoo
2. toothbrush
3. Facial soap
4. body wash
5. deodorant
6. toothpaste
7. jewelery (if you're bringing any)
8. house keys

Will continue to tweak the list as i think of more stuff...

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Posted by madseason

im so bad with this! We are going to the dominican republic for 8 days - i have no bathing suit and he doesnt have one - i know he needs 2 or 3 pairs of dress clothes as i checked the dress code.

toiletries and all that jazz

i dont need a towel right? THey have them there??

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you don't need towels! when you check in though - ask for extras...there are NEVER enough!

aloe (i buy the spray can- it works wonders)
q-tips
pepto bismol
advil


will think of more

ok - 6 tro 8 days in beautiful weather

you:
sandals
sneakers
dress/skirt for dinner out
2 bathing suits
4-5 pair shorts
t shirts - dressy cute tops

him:

slacks/khacki pants
button down shirt/polo shirts
shoes
sneakers
2-3 swim suits
shorts
t shirts

SUN BLOCK - remeber the sun is much stronger there than here. Ibuprofen, antacid - all the basics, just in case. Check wal mart or the dollar store for travel sizes or put full size in luggage you check.

check out old navy - lots of cute stuff and not too expensive.

Media


Cellphone and charger (compare prices)
Digital camera (compare prices), batteries, memory cards, manual
iPod (compare prices) /MP3 player and headphones, batteries, mini-speakers
Camera case
Foreign-language dictionary or phrase book
Journal/notebook and pen
Maps and directions
Mini-DVD player or DVD-capable laptop and DVDs
Reading material
Travel guide(s)
Underwater camera (compare prices)
Medical


Antibiotic cream
Anti-diarrheal medication
Band-Aids
Birth control
Bug repellent
Cortisone 1% anti-itch cream
Extra pair of eyeglasses
For cruisers: Sea-sickness bands or pills (compare prices)
Lubricant (compare prices)
Pain reliever
Prescription medicines

Money & Documents


Addresses for sending postcards/e-mail
Auto insurance card
Business cards
Cash
Copy of marriage license
Copy of medical history, if necessary
Copy of vacation packing list
Driver's license/international driver's license
Emergency numbers and embassy address
Frequent flyer/frequent guest cards
Paper airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
Passports and visas, if necessary
Photo ID
Pre-paid phone card
Travelers checks and receipt (keep separate)
Vaccination certificates, if required
Vouchers/coupons/tickets
Your itinerary
Miscellaneous/Extras


Anti-bacterial wipes
Bubble bath
Binoculars
Currency converter
Duct tape
Keys
Krazy Glue
Lint roller
Luggage locks approved by TSA (compare prices)
Massage oil
Plastic Zip-Loc bags
Playing cards
Q-Tips
Sports gear (tennis racquets, golf clubs, swim goggles)
Sunscreen/SPF
Sunglasses
Travel alarm clock
Travel candles
Umbrella
Zip ties (vendor's site)
HIS VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Menswear


Athletic shoes (vendor's site)
Belts
Boxers / Briefs
Casual shirts
Dress shoes
Hat
Oxford shirts
Pants
Pajamas / Robe
Sandals
Shirts
Shorts
Sports jacket
Swim wear
Tie
T-shirts / Undershirts
Workout clothes
Men's Toiletries


Comb / Brush
Deodorant
Floss
Lip balm
Rogaine (compare prices) , if necessary
Shaving kit / Shaving Cream
Shampoo / Conditioner / Styling Products
Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
HER VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Women's Clothing and Accessories


Bathing suit
Bras
Panties and/or thongs
Lingerie
Costume jewelry -- earrings, necklace, bracelets
Fake diamond engagement ring (leave the real one in a safety-deposit box till you return)
Dress
Heels
Pareo/sarong/big scarf
Robe
Sandals
Shorts/Capris
Skirt
Slacks
Slip/Bodyslimmer/Spanx (compare prices)
Sneakers (vendor's site) or walking shoes
Socks
Stylish shirt
Sweater
Straw/wide-brimmed hat
Tank/halter/sleeveless tops
Workout clothes
Sundries

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Baby powder
Blow dryer/straightening iron
Comb/Brush
Cosmetic case/makeup bag
Deodorant
Depilatory
[Eyeliner
Eye Shadow
Lipsticks
Blush
Mascara
Makeup remover
Facial cleanser
Moisturizer/SPF
Tampons
Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
Dental floss
Shampoo/conditioner/styling products
Scrunchies
Tweezers

I would also pack a hat and sunglasses , LOTS of sunblock and aloe just in case
sun dresses
shorts
teeshirts
capri
light jacket
1-2 nice outfits
skirts
sandles
sneakers

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Posted by gabbie83

Media


Cellphone and charger (compare prices)
Digital camera (compare prices), batteries, memory cards, manual
iPod (compare prices) /MP3 player and headphones, batteries, mini-speakers
Camera case
Foreign-language dictionary or phrase book
Journal/notebook and pen
Maps and directions
Mini-DVD player or DVD-capable laptop and DVDs
Reading material
Travel guide(s)
Underwater camera (compare prices)
Medical


Antibiotic cream
Anti-diarrheal medication
Band-Aids
Birth control
Bug repellent
Cortisone 1% anti-itch cream
Extra pair of eyeglasses
For cruisers: Sea-sickness bands or pills (compare prices)
Lubricant (compare prices)
Pain reliever
Prescription medicines

Money & Documents


Addresses for sending postcards/e-mail
Auto insurance card
Business cards
Cash
Copy of marriage license
Copy of medical history, if necessary
Copy of vacation packing list
Driver's license/international driver's license
Emergency numbers and embassy address
Frequent flyer/frequent guest cards
Paper airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
Passports and visas, if necessary
Photo ID
Pre-paid phone card
Travelers checks and receipt (keep separate)
Vaccination certificates, if required
Vouchers/coupons/tickets
Your itinerary
Miscellaneous/Extras


Anti-bacterial wipes
Bubble bath
Binoculars
Currency converter
Duct tape
Keys
Krazy Glue
Lint roller
Luggage locks approved by TSA (compare prices)
Massage oil
Plastic Zip-Loc bags
Playing cards
Q-Tips
Sports gear (tennis racquets, golf clubs, swim goggles)
Sunscreen/SPF
Sunglasses
Travel alarm clock
Travel candles
Umbrella
Zip ties (vendor's site)
HIS VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Menswear


Athletic shoes (vendor's site)
Belts
Boxers / Briefs
Casual shirts
Dress shoes
Hat
Oxford shirts
Pants
Pajamas / Robe
Sandals
Shirts
Shorts
Sports jacket
Swim wear
Tie
T-shirts / Undershirts
Workout clothes
Men's Toiletries


Comb / Brush
Deodorant
Floss
Lip balm
Rogaine (compare prices) , if necessary
Shaving kit / Shaving Cream
Shampoo / Conditioner / Styling Products
Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
HER VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Women's Clothing and Accessories


Bathing suit
Bras
Panties and/or thongs
Lingerie
Costume jewelry -- earrings, necklace, bracelets
Fake diamond engagement ring (leave the real one in a safety-deposit box till you return)
Dress
Heels
Pareo/sarong/big scarf
Robe
Sandals
Shorts/Capris
Skirt
Slacks
Slip/Bodyslimmer/Spanx (compare prices)
Sneakers (vendor's site) or walking shoes
Socks
Stylish shirt
Sweater
Straw/wide-brimmed hat
Tank/halter/sleeveless tops
Workout clothes
Sundries

[Acne control product[/link]
Baby powder
Blow dryer/straightening iron
Comb/Brush
Cosmetic case/makeup bag
Deodorant
Depilatory
[Eyeliner
Eye Shadow
Lipsticks
Blush
Mascara
Makeup remover
Facial cleanser
Moisturizer/SPF
Tampons
Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
Dental floss
Shampoo/conditioner/styling products
Scrunchies
Tweezers

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GABBIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IVE MISSED YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

How are you!!!

Thanks for the list btw!!!!!!!

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Posted by davenjess

PACK NOW:

1. Clothes for every type of weather. It's summer - but you want to bring jeans - as some places can get cold at night.

2. Bathing suit - maybe two.

3. Camera & spare batteries, spare memory cards.

4. Video camera??

5. Sneakers/sandals for whatever types of places you may go.

6. Fancy, dress up clothes. JUST in case you want to go out somewhere LOVELY - you don't want to have to be stopped because you didn't bring one nice outfit!

7. Brush/hair dryer

8. Cell phone

9. Cell phone charger

10. Sun protection

11. passport

12. purse/laptop?

13. travel confirmations - always carry them in your carry on bag - so you can pull them out at a moment's notice if you have to. (make sure you have phone numbers of your hotel/car rental place, etc).

PACK BEFORE YOU LEAVE:

1. shampoo
2. toothbrush
3. Facial soap
4. body wash
5. deodorant
6. toothpaste
7. jewelery (if you're bringing any)
8. house keys

Will continue to tweak the list as i think of more stuff...

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ugh you are a SAINT!

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Posted by mariaobride

aloe (i buy the spray can- it works wonders)
q-tips
pepto bismol
advil


will think of more

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i love the aloe idea - where do u get it?

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Posted by madseason

im so bad with this! We are going to the dominican republic for 8 days - i have no bathing suit and he doesnt have one - i know he needs 2 or 3 pairs of dress clothes as i checked the dress code.

toiletries and all that jazz

i dont need a towel right? THey have them there??

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Ok FIRST go buy swimming suit!!! FH too!!! got to have those... unless you find a nude beach and are not shy... Seriously girly don't stress it...Throw and go... Can you tell i am a horrible packer i ALWAYS over pack...and forget toothpaste or toothbrush...

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Posted by madseason

Do i bring shampoo or do resorts normally give it to u?

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i usually bring my own - most of the time if they do provide shampoo it never is good for my hair

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Posted by madseason

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Posted by mariaobride

aloe (i buy the spray can- it works wonders)
q-tips
pepto bismol
advil


will think of more

---

i love the aloe idea - where do u get it?

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target (i forgot the name of it- but it is in a can ) it works better than the aloe gel being that the gel has fragrance in it and that burns my skin

i hope this can help you =]

Must-haves:
-Airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
-Passport/visas/driver's license
-Credit cards (take only those you'll need)
-Hotel/theater reservation fax confirmations
-Traveler's checks
-Two sets of photocopies of all of the above, plus a photocopy of related medical and/or trip insurance coverage and prescriptions (carry one set with you, leave one in the hotel room)
-Phone numbers for your doctor, house/cat sitter, and credit card companies (in case your cards are lost or stolen)
-Prescription medicine (in the original bottle)
Contraception
-Travel locks (combination lock recommended -- no key to lose!) and ID tags for luggage (inside and out)
-Camera


Her Stash For a Week (tweak for destination, activities, season):
-1 pair jeans or khakis (for cold airports and the plane)
-1 light jacket or pullover (take one that can be tied around the waist or stuffed in a backpack)
-1 nice sundress
-1 little black dress
-1 cardigan (for chilly restaurants)
-4 play shirts (T-shirts, tank tops, short-sleeve button-downs)
-2 pairs shorts
-2 swimsuits (bikini for the beach, one-piece for water sports)
-1 swimsuit cover-up
-1 pair walking shoes/sandals
-1 pair evening shoes/sandals
-1 evening purse
-Extra socks and underwear
-Bras (strapless and otherwise)
-Accessories (scarves and jewelry to 'stretch' your wardrobe)


His Stash For a Week (tweak for destination, activities, season):
-1 pair jeans or khakis
-1 pair nice slacks
-1 light jacket or pullover (take one that can be tied around the waist or stuffed in a backpack)
-4 play shirts (T-shirts or short-sleeve button-downs)
-2 pairs shorts
-2 polo or button-down short-sleeve shirts
-1 sports jacket (for nicer restaurants)
-1 swimsuit
-1 pair walking shoes/sandals
-1 pair lace-ups
-Extra socks and underwear



Pack Here -- Don't Buy There:
-Sunscreen and lip balm
-Sunglasses
-Sun hat or baseball cap
-Aloe vera
-Band-Aids
-Aspirin
-Antacid
-Antihistamine
-Diarrhea medicine
-Motion sickness medicine
-Tampons/pads (they can be hard to find outside the U.S. and are a non-negotiable must-have when you need them!)
-Paperback books (you can leave them in the hotel library once you've read)
-Deck of cards
-Canvas tote bag for beach or pool (also good for carrying souvenirs home)
-Guidebook
-Electrical converter/adapter


Bathroom Basics:
-Travel-size toothpaste
-Toothbrushes
-Deodorant
-Cosmetics
-Make-up remover
-Cotton balls and swabs
-Comb/brush
-Hair gel/spray
-Nail file/clippers
-Shaving cream
-Razors
-Contact lens and re-wetting solution, storage case
-Hair accessories


Optional Items (your hotel may provide):
-Shampoo and conditioner
-Body lotion
-Hair dryer
-Shower cap
-Alarm clock


Handy Extras:
-Extra pair of glasses/contacts, asthma inhaler, and the like
-Ziplock bags (all sizes; use for packing wet swimsuits or protecting camera and film when it rains)
-Earplugs
-Sewing kit
-Shout Wipes (instant stain-treater towelettes)
-Anti-bacterial liquid or lotion
-Visine
-Waist pack (to keep money handy and in sight)
-Small backpack(s) for day excursions and impromptu picnics
-1 pair old sneakers or Keds that can get wet or ruined (if you're traveling to the tropics)
-1 pair workout sneakers and 2-3 workout outfits if you plan on visiting the resort's gym or jogging on the beach
-Swiss Army knife
-Compact umbrella or rain ponchos


Leave Behind With Family or Friends:
-Your itinerary and hotel phone numbers
-Photocopies of your passport, credit cards, and traveler's check receipts
-A sealed copy of your wills, life insurance-policy numbers, and pertinent financial info