Packing Essentials

 Clothing: Clothing is a tricky one, as this really varies per person. I’ve done 8 month trips where I’ve had 5 tops and 5 bottoms, and weeklong cruise trips where I have 20 outfits for 7 days. I highly recommend Anatomie as your go-to travel clothing brand though, and they’ve actually been endorsed by both Forbes Travel Guide and Condé Nast Traveler. Please take the time to view these three articles:

• • • The Best Travel Pants For Women
    • The Best Travel Shirts For Women
    • Travel Clothes For Women 

 

With the founders of Anatomie, my go-to travel clothing!

In general though, you can use the table below as a rough guideline for the types of clothing you should pack. I don’t go anywhere without these things – no matter what season it is. Remember when packing, your clothes will typically get a bit wrinkly, so I recommend bringing a travel-sized wrinkle releaser as well as a dual-voltage travel steamer. 

 

Tank Tops	Dresses	Bathing Suit/Cover-Ups	Pajamas
T-Shirts	Skirts	Exercise Clothes	Sweatshirt
Long Sleeved Shirts	Shorts	Bras/Sports Bras	Rain Jacket
Dress Shirts	Pants	DryFit Undies/Boxers	Down Jacket

 

Toiletries: Do yourself a favor and purchase the Eagle Creek Pack It Quick Trip Toiletry Bag. It’s the perfect sized toiletry bag and very lightweight. It should easily fit all of your toiletries, aside from your Microfiber Towel (this is a must!). There’s no need to explain what each toiletry is needed for though, so I’m providing you with another table with what to bring – 

 

Foldable Toothbrush	Razor & Extra Razor Heads	Collapsible Diffuser	Nail Clippers
Solid Toothpaste and Floss	Shaving Cream	Mini Straightener	Tweezers
Deodorant	Silicone Travel Bottles	Hair Ties	Bandaids
Solid Shampoo/Conditioner	Hair Gel	Brush/Comb	Moisturizer
Bar of Soap	Frizz Ease	Feminine Hygiene Products	Q-Tips
Pssssst Dry Shampoo	Mini Dual-Voltage Hairdryer	Tide Stick	Makeup & Remover

 

Shoes: Shoes are always a personal preference. I used to travel with just one pair of flip flops and one pair of hiking boots, but times have changed a bit. I know other people who practically need a whole suitcase just for their heels. With that said, these days I typically pack sandals, a pair of flip-flops, black heels, nude heels, cross-training shoes, sneakers, and hiking boots when I’m going on a longer trip. And, of course, plenty of socks! I recommend Puma’s ankle socks and Darn Tough hiking socks. 

Gotta have a good pair of heels while you're cruising!