Every time when you are going to travel, you try to take only necessary things because you do not want to carry heavy suitcases. But somehow it always turns the other way. Packed suitcase does not want to hook, sweaters and dresses do not fit, and you remember that you forgot to pack something very important.

But think about what things are the most necessary for traveling? So, let’s make a list of things that are needed to be taken.

Documents!

Of course the most important that you need to take, are documents. Check their availability. Make sure that the passport, tickets, insurance and permits are in place.

If during your vacation you plan to use the car, then take care of the pre-registration of international driver’s license. It’s better to keep the documents in one place.

First aid box!

Of course, nobody is going to get sick on vacation, but anything can happen, for example, the unusual “overseas” kitchen, stomach will suddenly sore or during a long walk around the city on foot will be callus, or someone accidentally cuts his finger. Therefore it is better to protect yourself and your loved ones and take a first aid box. Do not forget about the bandages, cotton wool and plasters road. Also take an activated charcoal, candy from a sore throat, fever and pain killers, vitamins which you regularly take.

Cosmetics and toiletries.

Do not forget to take with you the toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, small towel, which can be used if necessary. Of course, many of these things will be in hotel rooms, but it is better to use your own things. It is very useful to take the wet wipes, you can wipe your hands and face.

Equipment!

Nowadays it is very difficult to imagine yourself without the benefits of civilization. Even on the way we use the telephone, Internet, e-books. Importantly, do not forget to take battery chargers. Beforehand, check the balance on the phone account and consult about the roaming. And, of course, what is a journey without a camera? Clean the memory card and charge the camera.

Clothing.

Select a minimum of clothes, take the most appropriate things for the trip. Often people take with them clothes which they never wear. So, take a few sets of clothing for walking around the city and sightseeing, and a pair of suits for evening or business meeting.

Those people who travel to warmer countries, to the seaside or to the ocean, it is better to take a few swimming trunks. After all, they will be used most of the time.

The most optimal sets of clothes for leisure time are:

– shorts and a pair of your favorite T-shirts;

– comfortable jeans;

– suits or something elegant for party;

– swimming trunks;

– jacket or sweater if it is cool weather;

Of course, a lot of depends on the purpose and duration of your trip and your taste and style. Try to take things which can be combined well with each other.

Footwear.

The main rule in choosing shoes – it should be comfortable. Of course you should take sneakers and brogues. Don’t forget slippers if you travel to seaside resort.

Other stuff!

It is something you can live without, but with these things you will feel much more comfortable. For example, this is an insect repellent and pajamas. And of course when you fly or drive, you can read something like book or your favorite magazine, so don’t forget to take it also.

How to pack a suitcase!

Shoes should be put on the bottom of the suitcase, on it you can put crease-resistant clothes and something that you don’t need on the way (warm clothes, jeans). T-shirts and knitted things can be rolled up like tubes and pushed apart the corners. Cosmetics, medicines, hygiene items are better to be put into separate compartments of the suitcase, so they can be quickly be founded if you need them. Money and documents, of course, are best to keep separate.