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What to take ...
Traveller Checklist hdr
Print this checklist out and then -  see if you have forgotten anything!
Don't leave home without them - THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS YOU'LL CARRY! nearly everything else can be bought en route if necessary
checked Passport
checked Visa
checked Spare Passport photos
checked Health Documentation (International Health Certificates, prescriptions, Doctors letters)
checked Transportation tickets
checked Accommodation vouchers & other prepaid vouchers
checked Emergency Information - (contacts, Embassy addresses, travel insurance card and contact numbers)
checked Travellers Cheques (with register)
checked Currency
checked Credit / Debit Cards
checked Personal ID (Driving Licence, Student Id)
checked International Drivers Licence
checked Address / phone list
checked Photocopies of important documents
checked Reservation receipts (tours, hotels, theatre tickets, sporting events)
checked Business Cards - good even for pleasure trips

Depends on what you will be doing. The key to travelling light is to set out what you want to take and then halve it!
checked Trousers or dresses / skirts
checked Underwear
checked Socks / hosiery
checked Belts
checked Cold weather gear (jumper, coat, warm hat, gloves, scarf)
checked Warm weather gear (swimsuit, shorts, sandals)
checked Sleep Clothes
checked Rain gear (jacket or umbrella)
checked Comfortable walking shoes (must be worn in)
checked Sun Hat
checked Dress-up clothes

A lot of items can be purchased wherever you go so don't take industrial-sized bottles unless you know it it not available or you can't live without it
checked Comb and/or brush
checked Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss etc
checked Deodorant
checked Soap
checked Shampoo & conditioner
checked Skin-care lotion
checked Razor & shaving cream
checked Personal hygiene items
checked Vitamins
checked Toilet Paper
checked Bath / beach towel
checked Inspect repellent
checked Sunscreen
checked Nail clippers

These items often won't be available or at least not easily found, so its best to take what you think you will need
checked Aspirin
checked Plasters
checked Antiseptic wipes
checked Antibiotic cream
checked Insect bite cream
checked Sterile bandages and safety pins / clips
checked Waterproof tape
checked Upset stomach medication
checked Diarrhoea medicine
checked Sunburn relief / lip balm
checked Cold medicine
checked Thermometer
checked Prescriptions - (malaria pills, altitude sickness pills, antibiotics, pain killers)
checked Regular medication, plus a letter from your doctor for anything unusual

Miscellaneous
checked Luggage - suitcase, backpack, convertible bag
checked Day pack
checked Wallet
checked Money belt
checked Organiser bags (mesh or different colours)
checked Walkman & tapes / CD's
checked Camera & film
checked Guide book and maps
checked Phrase books
checked Reading books
checked Travel journal & pens
checked Games / playing cards
checked Small padlocks
checked Luggage ID tags
checked Watch - (preferably with alarm)
checked Alarm Clock
checked Sunglasses and case
checked Torch
checked Mini sewing / repair kit
checked Travel clothesline & pegs
checked Sink plug - (multi size)
checked Laundry bag
checked Ziplock plastic bags
checked Large plastic garbage bag - to use as rain protection for your main bag
checked Swiss Army style pocket knife with scissors, corkscrew, screwdriver etc
checked Electrical converter / adapter if you have AC appliances
checked Electrical plug adapters
checked Rubber door wedge (security for hotel rooms)
checked Nylon cord
checked Duct tape (multiple uses)
checked Earplugs / eyeshades
checked Lighter & candle
checked Mosquito net
checked Sleep sheet if you will be hostelling
checked Sleeping bag if you will be in cold climates (Cheap hotels don't have the best bedding or heating)
checked Camping gear - (tent, sleeping pad, stove, fuel, water filter etc)

BEFORE YOU GO!
checked Stop deliveries and have Australia Post hold mail
checked Arrange for care of pets, lawn, house plants, garden, swimming pool
checked Arrange for home security if you're worried
checked Empty refrigerator and garbage
checked Turn off hot water cylinder
checked Pre-pay bills (or ask close friend to collect mail and pay bills for you)
checked Lock all doors and windows
checked Secure grounds if in cyclone area & season
checked Triple check that you have Passport / Tickets / Money
 
Don't forget to leave a copy of your itinerary with a relative or neighbour in case of emergencies.
Have a great holiday!
 

 

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