No one likes leaving home, and finding out later that something was left behind. Here are some helpful packing tips!
CLOTHING
- Comfortable walking shoes and one pair of nicer shoes
- short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts
- Socks
- Underwear
- Shorts, pants, and jeans
- Pajamas
- Bathing suit
- Nice outfit
- Raincoat, poncho, or umbrella
- Sweater or jacket
- Trip tee-shirt
- Laundry bag
PERSONAL ITEMS
- Soap
- Deodorant
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush or comb
- Sunscreen
- Extra contact lenses or glasses
- Medication
MUSIC STUDENTS
- Instrument
- Extra supplies (reeds, valve oil, mallets, etc.)
- Music stand
- Folder and music
- Costume and accessories (ties, shoes, stole/robe, dark socks, etc.)
OTHER ITEMS
- Copy of itinerary, medical release, or authorization for medications
- Chaperone list
- Spending money
- ATM card
- Wallet or small purse
- Cell phone or other devices
- Pillow/blanket
- Notebook/pencil
- Watch
- Book
- List of important phone numbers, addresses, etc.
- Drivers license
- Passport
CARRY-ON LUGGAGE
- Passport
- Airline ticket
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush
- Contact lenses or glasses
- Change of clothes
- Medication (Customs officials may want to verify that a container’s contents match the label. Therefore, all medication should be carried in its original container.)
- Any valuables
- Pillow/Blanket (motorcoach travel)
IMPORTANT: When flying with carry-on luggage, any liquids including shampoo, conditioner, liquid soap, sunscreen, etc., as well as toothpaste cannot be larger than 3 oz. and needs to be placed in one-quart Ziploc bags. When it comes to lodging, unless there is a safe in the room, do not leave any valuables, medications, etc. behind during the day. It is also wise not to leave any valuables on the motorcoach, even when it is locked.
