Pack once, travel calmly

A robust packing list prevents last‑minute dashes and overspend. Build a reusable core list, then add seasonal and trip‑specific items. Keep it in My Holiday Planner so you can duplicate and tweak for the next trip.

Your core packing list

Documents: passports, insurance, booking refs, visas
Medication: prescriptions, pain relief, plasters, rehydration salts
Toiletries: decanted liquids, sunscreen, lip balm, hand sanitiser
Tech: chargers, power bank, headphones, universal adapter
Sleep: eye masks, earplugs, kids’ comfort items

Seasonal essentials

Spring: packable waterproofs and warm mid‑layers. Summer: hats, sunscreen (SPF 30+), breathable fabrics, electrolytes. Autumn: transitional layers and sturdy footwear. Winter: thermal base layers, insulated outerwear, moisture‑wicking socks.

Kids and contingencies

Include travel games, a small medical kit, and spare outfits in carry‑ons. Use packing cubes by person/day to reduce repacking time. Keep a laundry bag to separate worn clothes.

Packing tips to save money

Carry a collapsible water bottle and snacks to avoid kiosk prices
Take a foldable tote for groceries/picnics
Use a digital copy of documents and print essentials only

Create and share lists inside the Holiday Planner so everyone can help and nothing gets missed. For destination ideas see Family Holidays.