I’m the type of person who likes to pack and I do it like 3 or 4 days before my scheduled trip. You know, just in case I miss anything I still have time to put it in my bag. I previously talked about how I like traveling without any checked-in bags but just in case I really need to, I have a day bag for all my carry-on essentials.
Passport
This is self explanatory. Always have your passport with you all the time. Just like how you keep your wallet! You don’t want to hassle yourself by losing it in a foreign country. Plus, you will need your passport in the airport, boarding the plane, deplaning up until the immigration counter.
Lotion and Lip Balm
My hands get so dry when I’m in the plane so I make sure I moisturise all throughout the flight. Same goes with my lips. I can never leave the house without these two.
Silk Sleeping Bag and Sleep Mask
I bought this silk sleeping bag when I was in Vietnam. Now, I travel with it almost everywhere. I want to get really comfortable when I’m in the plane and most of the time, I have the whole row to myself. So I tuck myself in and doze off with my sleep mask during the entire flight. When I started traveling with my boyfriend, I still use this but I sleep on his lap/shoulder instead (my human pillow <3).
Notebook and Pen
Aside from my laptop and iPad, I also like to keep my planner and pen with me. I don’t know why but I like jotting things down, things to do, thoughts, ideas etc. instead of typing it on my phone/laptop. I find that writing is still more appealing and it helps you remember things easily (most of the time). Is it just me? Let me know if you’re like this as well!
iPhone
Just like all the other milenials, I can’t leave (live) without my phone. It has to be everywhere I go. I also have a spare phone case with me. Both of my phone cases are armored cases from Paragon. I like these a lot because they’re impact-resistant and it covers all side of the phone including the volume & power buttons. They have really cute designs to choose from and you can even customise your own phone case.
And there you have it, my carry-on travel essentials. How about you, what are your travel essentials?
I LOVE THIS ONE
ESP THE PASSPORT COVER ♥
It’s really cute, isn’t? I got it in Vietnam 🙂
yes very cute, i love it ♥♥♥
Yes.These are Essentials.for me there are some more – My mini make up kit, tissues,iPad for reading and writing, hand sanitizer, 2-3 essential medicines foe allergy, cold, and travel sickness.and more
Whenever I am on the road, I suppose it is the same as being in my home city, the two things that one should never leave without is a phone and money.
Love this list! I’m still actually on the search for a cutesy passport holder! Any ideas where to get one locally? 🙂
Patty
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Hi Patty! Typo has really cute ones x
As I will be traveling to Europe alone this summer this is a must list for sure! Thanks for sharing!
I like the idea of packing days ahead of your trip. I am usually trying to rush out of the door at the same time as last minute packing! Great items!
I agree, writing (and voice recording) is the best way to document creative ideas and to do’s that passes your mind, when you’re in the middle of something else.
I have all off them above. I usually bring a magazine or book too: the old fashioned one. And my headphones for music!
I love your cellphone case! 🙂 I also bring a notebook with me wherever I go to write down inspirations. 🙂
Jotting down notes on a daily planner is vital for me. It helps me in relieving stress and keeps my mind free from clutter. It also helps in organizing my thoughts. What a wonderful list Chel!
Mine are most the same, except you’ll usually find crayons and a colouring book snacks too for my daughter.
I love your list, pretty much like mine before the baby. Now that I have one and another one coming, baby bottles and snacks would occupy my bag… Whew! I love your iphone case by the way!
I love your cellphone case Chel. Yes, notebook and pen is vewy impowtant!