About a month ago I had to spend £30 replacing the lock on the boat after I forgot the key and we had to kick the door open. That was quite annoying. Even more annoying when I have a simple checklist I (almost) always use when packing to ensure I don't forget common items.

Anyway, since it's evolved over several years of travelling, I thought you might be interested to see it in case it inspires you to make or amend your own.

Note it's just a single list suitable for long holidays, Glastonbury or an overnight stay (with headings so I can skip sections that aren't relevant any given trip) - because even I can't be bothered maintaining lots of separate lists with chunks of repetition. It's also not exhaustive, instead focussing on the slightly unusual stuff that I often forget.

Paperwork

• Passport
• Money & tickets (or reference #)
• (International) driving licence & proof of address
• Travel insurance docs
• Guide book(s)
• Reading book(s)

Gadgets

• Phone charger
• Camera (+ charger)
• Laptop (+ charger)
• Mini speakers (+ charger)
• International socket adaptor

Clothes

• T shirts / shirts, trousers and underwear
• Sandals & shorts
• Waterproof top & cap
• Long kohns
• Swimming trunks
• Hiking boots and socks

Overnight

• Washkit: lenses, specs, deo, tbrush, towel, wet wipes
• Sleeping bag, inner, thermorest, mini pillow
• Tent
• Ear plugs and eye mask
• Travel wash

Meds

• Plasters (inc. blister plasters)
• Rehydration sachets
• Paracetomol
• Antiseptic wipes
• Sudafed

Misc

• Booze
• Cards and travel games
• Mini kite
• Silver wig
• Folding chair & stool

Keys

• Boat
• Wales
• Parent's place

You see? Keys even have their own section... £30! Dammit!

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