Honeymoon must-haves!

Found this and thought it might be helpful!

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 I.D. tags for luggage (inside and out)

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:

Camera (disposable cameras are extra pricey at vacation spots)

Film/videotapes (take extra)

Extra camera/camcorder battery

Insect repellent (and anti-itch cream for the bugs that break through)

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 (can tear out only what you're interested in)

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 THINGS (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

Ziploc 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

Re: Honeymoon must-haves!

I would disagree with the waist-pack. Americans abroad are very easy to spot and pick-pockets are very good. LL Bean sells waist belts for your passport and money... they are ten dollars. FH and I each bought one for our trip to Italy. You wear them under your clothes. Never wear a backpack or carry a semi-opened pocketbook to any tourists sites. I think there were more pick-pockets than tourists at the Trevi Fountain, Rome.

I would also suggest that if you are going to Europe (Italy, Paris, etc.) not to wear shorts. They frown upon it and many places will not serve you dinner in shorts. Bring more knee length skirts. That's how the women dress there. If you are visiting any places that have religious sites... no matter how hot it is, ladies, you must cover your shoulders and your FH's must be wearing pants.

You don't need an alarm clock, there is automated wake-up calls nearly everywhere now.

Oh, don't forget your power adaptor for overseas.

Just remember, anything you bring you have to haul around, especially if you are on a tour.

Re: Honeymoon must-haves!

Great List !
Thanks for sharing

Re: Honeymoon must-haves!

wow...very detailed...

Re: Honeymoon must-haves!

THAT IS A VERY HELPFUL LIST. WITH EVERYTHING GOING ON A LIST MADE TO HAVE IS A BLESSING. ONE LESS THING YOU HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT. I THINK THAT I WILL KEEP THIS IS THE BACK OF MY MIND AND MAKE EVERYTHING A LITTLE BIT EASIER.