Austin Travel Packing Lists
Almost everyone has experienced that uneasy feeling ten minutes after leaving for a trip. "I know I forgot something, but what could it be?" Use these lists to ensure you have everything you need for any kind of vacation.
 Keep in Mind You can get a passport photo at any photography shop or mail centers, such at Mail Boxes, etc. or Postnet in Austin. Any post office in Austin can process passport requests, the Post Office at 510 Guadelupe has a very efficient passport office that can often get your passport back to you within one month.
Packing list for Adults
■ Clothes
■ Undergarments
■ Pajamas
■ Socks and Shoes
■ Outerware (jacket, hat scarf, gloves, etc.)
■ Dental care
■ Cosmetics
■ Jewelry and watch
■ Hygiene items (deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion)
■ Hair care
■ Plastic bags for wet cloths (and to hold items that may break in your suitcase)
■ Camera, film, batteries, video camera, tapes)
■ Money, credit cards, checks, travelers checks
■ Address book
■ Books and/or magazines
■ Travel alarm, travel iron, AC/DC adaptor (when traveling abroad)
■ Itinerary, passport, tickets, reservation confirmations, directions
 Austin Price Check! A US passport costs approximately $75.
Packing list for children
■ Clothing
■ Shoes and socks
■ Pajamas
■ Underwear
■ Outerwear (jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, etc.)
■ Plastic bags (for wet clothes and items that may break in your suitcase)
■ Bibs
■ Towels and washcloths
■ Bathing suit and sunscreen
■ Diapers, wipes, ointment
■ Baby food, formula, bottles, spoons, etc.
■ toys, books, crayons, travel games, etc.
■ Carrier, play pen
Travel list for business travelers
■ Paperwork or materials for any scheduled meetings or projects
■ Address book or contact manager
■ Instructions for contacting you
■ Leave your itinerary at the office
■ Clear guidelines for where you are
■ Travel pouch of office supplies (paper, pens, calculator, etc.)
■ Names of networking contacts in the area
■ Information about recreational activities
■ Envelope for collecting travel expense receipts
■ Computer
■ Suits
■ All cords necessary for cell phone/computer
Packing list for a trip to the beach
■ Beach bag
■ Swimwear (swimsuit, flip flops, etc.)
■ Pool toys
■ Sunscreen
■ Water wings, floatation devices
■ A book or magazine
■ Beach chairs and mats
■ Plastic bags for wet towels and clothes
■ Towels
■ Dive mask, fins, snorkel, etc.
■ Sun umbrella
■ Fishing equipment
■ Coolers and ice chest
Packing list for a camping trip
■ Backpacks
■ Water bottles
■ Plastic bags for wet items
■ Sunscreen or bug repellent
■ Kitchenware
■ Tent
■ Tarp
■ Poles
■ Rain fly
■ Poncho or rain suit
■ Sleeping bags, mats, pillows, etc.
■ Matches, fire starter, flint, camp stove
■ Dried foods, trail mix, snacks
■ Compass, whistle, knife, camp tool, etc.
■ Flashlight, citronella candles, batteries, etc.
Winter Trip
■ Heavy coats, sweaters, snowsuit, etc.
■ Gloves, hat, scarves
■ Thermal or wool socks
■ Long underwear
■ Skis, poles, boots, snowboard, etc.
To save space
■ Choose mix and match items,
■ Take one multi use pair of shoes
■ Plan on wearing clothing several times or do laundry
■ Roll items to avoid wrinkles and conserve space
■ Store socks and underwear inside of shoes
■ Use vacuum storage bags to flatten bulky items
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