What To Pack

Find out our tips on packing essentials

Our name says it all! To start with, we hope you always “Carry On” with your travel plans. Don’t regret saying “could have,” “should have,” “would have”.

When you do go away, we recommend traveling with only a “Carry On” bag and your personal item like a big purse, backpack or small duffle type bag. We will give you plenty of suggestions on how to do that. We can pack for a two-week winter stay in a carry on bag.

The reasons are many as to why packing only a carry on and a personal item are beneficial. First of all, it’s so much less to worry about. Whether that be if your Uber will have enough room for you and your guests bags, or lugging large bags and multiple items around an airport. Think of fitting the bags in a small European hotel room or cruise ship cabin, or having to carry all of these bags up and down stairs or over cobblestone streets. Then there’s the possibility of the bags not arriving on your flight with you.

As we said before, everyone travels differently. These are lessons we learned from our experiences. It’s our recommendation. But it’s your vacation. If you want to bring a big suitcase, then go for it!

In Your Personal Items

  • Passport and photocopy of Passport
  • Drivers license (plus IDP – International Driving Permit if needed)
  • Credit cards (with no international fees) I like Capital One Venture X
  • Debit card (best one for international travel – we like Capital One 360)
  • Cash (small amount plus singles for tipping)
  • Apple AirTags (place one in each bag)
  • Phone and electronics chargers
  • International outlet plugs
  • Noise-cancelling headphones
  • Book or reading material
  • Neck pillow
  • Compression socks
  • Airplane slippers
  • Face mask sheets
  • Wipes and sanitizer
  • Eyeglasses and contacts
  • Sunglasses
  • Vitamins and medications
  • Jewelry
  • Makeup
  • Lip balm
  • Travel size toiletries
  • Hair brush
  • Sweater or shawl
  • Travel purse and wallet

In Your Carry On Bag

  • Underwear
  • Socks
  • Pajamas
  • Clothes
  • Shoes and flip flops
  • House Slippers
  • Dirty clothes bag
  • Extra bag or reusable shopping bag
  • Coat or jacket
  • Swimsuit and cover-up
  • Travel size hair styling tools
  • Essential oils and travel diffuser
  • Tweezers and nail file
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Phone mount for car (if renting a car) and car charger
  • Baggage TSA approved lock

Cuba Travel Essentials

  • Roll of toilet paper
  • Tylenol / Advil
  • All toiletries
  • Paper map or offline map
  • List of important phone numbers
  • Limit jewelry and flashy clothing
  • Cash for entire trip plus some for emergencies

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