You’ve booked the ticket, triple-checked the passport, and daydreamed your way through half your work week. Now it’s time to pack—cue the internal debate between rolling or folding. This international travel checklist for women skips the fluff and dives straight into the essentials, because your suitcase doesn’t need any extra drama.
Travel Documents
- Passport
- Visa (if required)
- Travel insurance documents
- Vaccination records
- Emergency contacts
- Copies of ID and passport
- Itinerary printout
- Boarding passes
- Credit/debit cards
- Local currency
Toiletries
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Razor
- Deodorant
- Sunscreen
- Face wash
- Moisturizer
- Hairbrush or comb
- Feminine hygiene products
- Tweezers
- Nail clippers
- Lip balm
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Makeup essentials
Clothing
- Underwear
- Socks
- Bras
- Tops
- Bottoms
- Dresses
- Swimsuit
- Sleepwear
- Jacket or coat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Flip flops or sandals
- Scarf or shawl
- Workout clothes
- Hat or cap
Health and Safety
- Medications
- Pain relievers
- First aid kit
- Vitamins or supplements
- Prescriptions
- Bug spray
- Motion sickness remedies
- Electrolyte packets
Tech and Electronics
- Phone
- Phone charger
- Power bank
- Plug adapter
- Headphones
- Camera
- E-reader or tablet
- Laptop (if needed)
- Travel alarm clock
- SIM card or international plan
Travel Comfort
- Travel pillow
- Eye mask
- Earplugs
- Compression socks
- Reusable water bottle
- Snacks
- Entertainment (books, puzzles)
- Travel blanket
Bags and Storage
- Day bag or backpack
- Crossbody bag
- Packing cubes
- Laundry bag
- Ziplock bags
- Dry bag for wet clothes
- Toiletry bag
- Jewelry case
Miscellaneous
- Sunglasses
- Notebook and pen
- Travel guidebook
- Safety whistle
- Locks for luggage
- Tissues
- Stain remover pen
- Sewing kit
- Reusable shopping bag
You’ve now got a no-nonsense international travel checklist for women, and yes, it really does fit in your suitcase (with some creative shoving and a prayer to the zipper gods). Wherever you land, be ready to laugh, learn, and probably lose at least one sock. Bon voyage, packing ninja.