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You've mentally checked out and the out-of-office is on. You're on your jolly holidays! But, what do you pack for a weekend away? 

Pals, I've got you covered. Here's a checklist of items to pack for a three-day trip. I've tried to cover all grounds but you might need to add and remove some bits to accommodate your needs. You'll need to adapt the clothing category to your own tastes and requirements, too. 

Otherwise, bon voyage!

WHAT TO PACK FOR A WEEKEND AWAY

essentials

[  ] wallet including cash, card and ID
[  ] important documents (e.g check-in information, flights, itinerary, addresses, travel insurance, etc)

[  ] phone and its charger 

optional 

[  ] passport
[  ] glasses or contacts and contact fluid 

[  ] covid essentials: face mask, hand sanitiser, vaccine cards, etc

[  ] medication including extras
[  ] disability aids (e.g sticks, alarms, etc)

[  ] map, satnav, phrase book or guidebook
[  ] baby bag: clothes, accessories, feeding stuff, etc
[  ] VISA details

[  ] camping equipment 
[  ] external phone battery pack

[  ] travelling aids: earplugs, sweets, bottled water, sick bag, tissues, travel pillows, etc

[  ] minimal first aid kit
[  ] watch 
[  ] luggage locks
[  ] bug sprays or nets
[  ] activity stuff (e.g ski stuff for a ski holiday, wetsuit for surfing, etc)

[  ] sunscreen and aftersun

[  ] travel plugs and adapters
[  ] bag for dirty laundry
[  ] beach towel

clothing

[  ] 2 tops or a shirt and a jumper (base this on the weather)
[  ] 2 bottoms (again, weather and event appropriate)
[  ] 1 piece of knitwear or cosier item for layering (if needed)
[  ] 1 or 2 bits of eveningwear
[  ] backpack/day bag 
[  ] night bag

optional 

[  ] pair of sunglasses

[  ] hat, gloves, scarf 
[  ] beach bag
[  ] sun hat

[  ] coat with a hood or jacket or waterproof

[  ] swimsuit/trunks and a cover-up

[  ] belt 

[  ] hair accessories
[  ] misc accessories (e.g jewellery)

UNDIES

[  ] pair of undies per day  

[  ] pair of socks per day

optional 
[  ] extra undies (recommended!)
[  ] extra socks 
[  ] tights or cosy socks  

[  ] bra 

SHOES

[  ] pair of flats or trainers (comfy!)

optional 

[  ] dressier shoe
[  ] walking boots 
[  ] wellies
[  ] flip flops
[  ] coral shoes 
[  ] sandals
[  ] flippers...you get the idea!

PJ'S AND COSYWEAR

[  ] pj top

[  ] pair of pj bottoms

optional  

[  ] dressing gown or onesie 

[  ] slippers

toiletries

[  ] toothbrush and toothpaste 

[  ] hairbrush/comb 

[  ] shampoo and conditioner or dry shampoo

[  ] shower gel 

[  ] skincare 
[  ] deodorant

[  ] perfume/aftershave

optional 

[  ] face cloth and towel (if you're going somewhere that doesn't provide them)
[  ] razor and shaving foam

[  ] face mask and pampering items (for chilled getaways)

[  ] make-up
[  ] make-up remover
[  ] contraception  
[  ] travel-sized mirror
[  ] tampons/pads
[  ] nail clippers or file 
[  ] tweezers

entertainmeNT 

[  ] gadgets (e.g music, tablet, external hard drive, laptops, cameras, kindles, etc)
[  ] chargers, batteries and memory cards for said gadgets
[  ] snorkels/underwater gear
[  ] equipment for hobbies (e.g fishing rods, etc)
[  ] headphones (and charger)
[  ] binoculars
[  ] journal or a notepad and pen
[  ] books or magazines
[  ] snacks 
[  ] kids entertainment (e.g toys, colouring books, games, etc)
[  ] board games, etc

[  ] disposable camera 

i hope this checklist has helped you with what to pack for a weekend away.