Ayantika Malakar

In today’s world, travel has become more than just a luxury; it’s a lifestyle, a trend that brings people out of their routines and into new, enriching experiences. From social media feeds brimming with exotic destinations to endless lists of ‘must-visit’ places, exploring new locations has become a goal for many. But travel isn’t just about setting off to discover new places. It’s a process where we prepare ourselves to leave behind the comforts of home, embrace the journey, soak up every experience, and—most importantly—return safe and healthy.

From work trips to adventure getaways, one of the biggest challenges travelers face is knowing what to pack to make the journey as comfortable as possible. And the most common mishap? Forgetting those essentials! There’s nothing more frustrating than realizing you’ve left something important behind, only to spend precious time hunting for it, often at a premium. In this blog, I’ll guide you through a checklist that takes the guesswork out of packing, helping you travel worry-free and focus on enjoying every moment.

Travel Checklist for Men

DOCUMENTS

• ☐ Any one Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Voter Id / Driving License)
• ☐ Bus / Train / Flight tickets
• ☐ Hotel booking confirmation receipts
• ☐ Passport & Visa for International travel
• ☐ Insurance paper (if any) *
• ☐ Medical documents (if any)
• ☐ Credit / Debit cards
• ☐ Emergency contact information (physical copy is helpful)
• ☐ Photocopies of important documents (passport, visa, ID, etc.)

TECH GEAR

• ☐ Mobile Phone
• ☐ Phone Charger
• ☐ Headphones / Ear Phones
• ☐ Power Bank *
• ☐ Camera
• ☐ Camera accessories (Charger, Memory card)
• ☐ Selfie stick / Tripod stand *
• ☐ Laptop with charger *
• ☐ Hard drive / Pen drive *
• ☐ Flashlight / Torch *
• ☐ Adapter / Voltage converter (especially for international travel, to ensure your devices are compatible with local outlets) *

TOILETRIES

• ☐ Wet wipes
• ☐ Travel size Soap bar
• ☐ Body wash
• ☐ Hair Oil
• ☐ Shampoo
• ☐ Conditioner *
• ☐ Face wash
• ☐ Skin Toner *
• ☐ Toothpaste
• ☐ Toothbrush
• ☐ Shaving Kit *
• ☐ Towel
• ☐ Hairbrush
• ☐ Body spray / perfume

COSMETICS

• ☐ Moisturizer
• ☐ Body Lotion *
• ☐ Sunscreen *
• ☐ Lip Balm
• ☐ Hair and Beard wax / Gel *
• ☐ Any other make up items, if required *

FIRST AID & HYGIENE

• ☐ Medicines as per prescription (if any)
• ☐ Hand sanitizer
• ☐ Bandages / tape / gauze
• ☐ Pain relief gel
• ☐ Cotton Balls
• ☐ Antiseptic cream
• ☐ Tablets for indigestion
• ☐ Paracetamol
• ☐ Nasal spray
• ☐ Insect repellent

CLOTHING & LAUNDRY

• ☐ Shirts / T-shirts as per requirement
• ☐ Jeans / Trousers as per requirement
• ☐ Sleepwear
• ☐ Jackets / Warm clothes if required
• ☐ Shoe
• ☐ Sandals / Flip-flops (Chappal)
• ☐ Socks
• ☐ Hat, cap *
• ☐ Handkerchief
• ☐ Underwear
• ☐ Vest
• ☐ Masks for face *

OTHERS

• ☐ Rubber bands
• ☐ wallet
• ☐ Water bottle
• ☐ Pen & Writing pad / paper
• ☐ Disposable bags
• ☐ Extra luggage bag          
• ☐ Spectacles with case
• ☐ Sunglasses with case
• ☐ Umbrella
• ☐ Belt
• ☐ Luggage lock
• ☐ Rubber bands
• ☐ wallet
• ☐ Water bottle
• ☐ Pen & Writing pad / paper
• ☐ Disposable / reusable bags
• ☐ Extra luggage bag          
• ☐ Spectacles with case
• ☐ Sunglasses with case
• ☐ Umbrella
• ☐ Belt
• ☐ Luggage lock
• ☐ Hair accessories *
• ☐ Wrist watch
• ☐ Jewellery *
• ☐ Travel Pillow *

* optional items

Travel Checklist for Women

DOCUMENTS

• ☐ Any one Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Voter Id / Driving License)
• ☐ Bus / Train / Flight tickets
• ☐ Hotel booking confirmation receipts
• ☐ Passport & Visa for International travel
• ☐ Insurance paper (if any) *
• ☐ Medical documents (if any)
• ☐ Credit / Debit cards
• ☐ Emergency contact information (physical copy is helpful)
• ☐ Photocopies of important documents (passport, visa, ID, etc.)

TECH GEAR

• ☐ Mobile Phone
• ☐ Phone Charger
• ☐ Headphones / Ear Phones
• ☐ Power Bank *
• ☐ Camera
• ☐ Camera accessories (Charger, Memory card)
• ☐ Selfie stick / Tripod stand *
• ☐ Laptop with charger *
• ☐ Hard drive / Pen drive *
• ☐ Hair dryer *
• ☐ Flashlight / Torch *
• ☐ Adapter / Voltage converter (especially for international travel, to ensure your devices are compatible with local outlets) *

TOILETRIES

• ☐ Wet wipes
• ☐ Travel size Soap bar
• ☐ Body wash
• ☐ Hair Oil
• ☐ Shampoo
• ☐ Conditioner
• ☐ Face wash
• ☐ Skin Toner
• ☐ Toothpaste
• ☐ Toothbrush
• ☐ Razor/ Body hair removal kit *
• ☐ Towel
• ☐ Hairbrush
• ☐ Body spray / perfume

COSMETICS

• ☐ Moisturizer
• ☐ Body Lotion
• ☐ Sunscreen
• ☐ Lip Balm
• ☐ Lip Stick
• ☐ Eye liner / Kajal / Mascara
• ☐ Bindi *
• ☐ Safety Pins
• ☐ Sindoor *
• ☐ Nail clippers (especially for long trips) *
• ☐ Any other make up items, if required *

FIRST AID & HYGIENE

• ☐ Medicines as per prescription (if any)
• ☐ Hand sanitizer
• ☐ Sanitary Pads / Tampons
• ☐ Bandages / tape / gauze
• ☐ Pain relief gel
• ☐ Cotton Balls
• ☐ Antiseptic cream
• ☐ Tablets for indigestion
• ☐ Paracetamol
• ☐ Nasal spray
• ☐ Insect repellent

CLOTHING & LAUNDRY

• ☐ Tops/ T-shirts as per requirement
• ☐ Skirts / Jeans / Trousers as per requirement
• ☐ Fancy dresses as per requirement
• ☐ Sleepwear
• ☐ Jackets / Warm clothes if required
• ☐ Heels / Flats / Snickers
• ☐ Sandals / Flip-flops (Chappal)
• ☐ Socks
• ☐ Hat, cap *
• ☐ Handkerchief
• ☐ Underwear
• ☐ Scarves *
• ☐ Masks for face *

OTHERS

• ☐ Rubber bands
• ☐ wallet
• ☐ Water bottle
• ☐ Pen & Writing pad / paper
• ☐ Disposable bags
• ☐ Extra luggage bag          
• ☐ Spectacles with case
• ☐ Sunglasses with case
• ☐ Umbrella
• ☐ Belt
• ☐ Luggage lock
• ☐ Rubber bands
• ☐ wallet / Purse
• ☐ Water bottle
• ☐ Pen & Writing pad / paper
• ☐ Disposable paper bags
• ☐ Extra bag for shopping        
• ☐ Spectacles with case
• ☐ Sunglasses with case
• ☐ Umbrella
• ☐ Belt
• ☐ Luggage lock
• ☐ Hair accessories
• ☐ Wrist watch
• ☐ Jewellery
• ☐ Travel Pillow *
• ☐ Hand bags / tote bags / Sling bags

* optional items

Bonus Tip: It is advisable to carry travel-sized toiletries and cosmetics to save space thereby, making your journey more convenient.