So your ticket is booked, your visa is ready, and your bags are staring at you. Now comes the real question: what should you pack?
Whether you’re heading to Dubai for work, Canada for school, or the Maldives for that long-overdue baecation, this ultimate checklist ensures you pack smart, not heavy. No stress. No last-minute panic. Just vibes and a perfectly packed bag.
1. Travel Documents (Keep These Close!)
• International Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
• Visa (print out a copy, even if it’s electronic)
• Flight ticket & hotel reservation
• Travel insurance
• Yellow card (for specific countries)
• ID card/NIN (just in case)
• A pen (for filling landing forms)
2. Money Matters
• Debit/Credit card (internationally enabled)
• Foreign currency (get this ahead to beat airport rates)
• Local currency for emergencies
• Currency converter app or Google ready
3. Clothing & Comfort
• Weather-appropriate clothes (check forecast)
• Casual wear, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear
• One nice outfit (for that unexpected dinner or event)
• Sneakers, slides, and a formal pair of shoes
• Sunglasses, scarf, or travel-friendly hat
4. Toiletries & Self-Care • Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant
• Skincare products (in travel sizes)
• Sanitary products
• Small perfume/cologne
• Nail clipper & comb/brush
• Wet wipes & hand sanitizer
5. Tech Essentials
• Phone & charger
• Universal travel adapter
• Earphones or AirPods
• Power bank (charged!)
• Laptop/iPad (if needed)
• SIM card or roaming plan
6. Extras That Save the Day
• Travel pillow
• Snacks (for the long layovers)
• Face masks
• Ziplock bags for liquids
• Extra padlock or luggage tag
• Small backpack or crossbody bag
7. Personal Medications
• Prescription meds (with doctor’s note if needed)
• Painkillers, malaria tabs, or allergy meds
• First aid basics (band-aids, balm)
Tip:
Before you zip that bag shut, ask yourself, do I really need this? If the answer isn’t a strong yes, please consider leaving it behind. International travel is easier when you pack light, move smart, and fly with Airweys.
Bon voyage, traveler!
