How to Pack for a 1-Week Trip Abroad

Hey guys! Today I wanted to do a how to pack post since the information I have found in the past has not been updated in many years. Every year I look for the best deals going on for Black Friday sales to boost my travel experience, but it can be tricky to find a good one. That’s why I decided to write my own handy packing guide which may hopefully be helpful for your next 1-week trip too. 🙂

Jet-Set in Style: Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Luggage for a 1-Week Trip!

The first thing to consider is luggage. Will you be using checked luggage or a simple carry-on? Carry-on luggage size requirements can vary depending on the airline so be sure to check with your airline beforehand to avoid an overweight fee on a carry-on. My luggage here is from (Samsonite Winfield) but I recommend something with 4 wheels, integrated TSA lock, and zip compartments inside.

Packing Cubes Unleashed: Your Definitive Guide to Supercharging Space in Your Suitcase!

I highly recommend buying packing cubes, they are extremely helpful to neatly organizing our family’s clothes and keeping items from getting lost so if you’ve never used them, you can find options in various sizes! TIP: Military roll your clothes to keep wrinkles away and save on space. (click here if you need an instructional video)

How to Pack Like a Pro: Your Friendly Essential Packing List Must-Haves for Every Adventure!

Note: this list is customizable based on Male and Female needs.

Let’s start with clothes:

• 8 shirts (4 tanks, 4 tops)
• 1 cardigan
• 1 hoodie
• 2 pants
• 1 pair of shorts or skirt
• 1 dress (if applicable)
• socks (take the number of days you’ll likely wear socks and add +1)
• undies (take the number of days of your trip and add +1)
• bras (2 everyday bras, 1 strapless if applicable)
• pajamas
• 1-3 outerwear (1 jacket, 1 blazer, 1 heavier coat if applicable)

Next, shoes:

• 1 pair of everyday sandals or flats
• 1 pair of nice heels
• 1 pair of boots

Jewelry & accessories:

• 1 wide scarf (doubles as a blanket on the plane)
• earrings (studs and dangling earrings in gold & silver)
• necklaces (dainty and statement options in gold & silver)
• bracelets (lightweight basics in gold & silver)
• rings (3 gold & 3 silver)
• watch 

Bath:

• toothbrush & toothpaste
• hairbrush
• shampoo & conditioner
• body wash
• loofah
• body lotion
• face wash
• facial lotion
• eye cream
• hand cream
• antiperspirant
• monthly “lady” items
• curling iron or flat iron
• heat protectant
• hairspray
• dry shampoo
• hair elastics/bobby pins
• nail file (disposable type recommended, glass/metal may be confiscated)

Cosmetics:

• foundation
• foundation primer
• concealer
• powder
• eyeshadow primer
• eyeshadow palette
• blush
• lipstick
• lip gloss
• lip balm
• eyebrow powder/pencil
• eyeliner
• mascara
• eyelash curler
• false lashes & lash glue
• travel brushes

Misc:

• headphones/ear buds
• electronics (laptop, ipad, firestick, games, cell phone, portable chargers, etc.)
• wall chargers
• wallet & ID(s)
• keys
• purse

Hope this was helpful how to pack guide for anyone going on a trip soon! Don’t forget to Pin or bookmark this page for your next vacation so you don’t miss out on bringing your toothbrush or pjs.

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Summary

Discover my go-to travel tips on how to pack! From picking the perfect luggage to the wonders of packing cubes, I let the cat out of the bag on how to ace a 1-week trip abroad. Dive into customized clothing lists, footwear essentials, and the must-have accessories for a stylish journey. Don’t miss out on the toiletries and cosmetics hacks—travel smart, travel light!

Reminder:

For bath & cosmetic liquids, you’ll need a 1-quart clear container (or zip-lock bag) for carry-on items. Each liquid bottle must be in a 3.5oz container or less. Sample containers come in handy!