Travelling round the world takes time. Presumably you’ve planned to be away for weeks, if not months. And why not - no doubt you’ve got things you want to see and do.

To survive away from home though, you might need to pack quite efficiently. Of course, ‘efficiently’ doesn’t mean cramming as much into a backpack as possible or taking enough pairs shoes to suit every occasion you might find yourself in. So, we’ve compiled a short-ish ticklist below. Call it a little motherly, if you like. But it’s somewhere to start at least.

Documents
Flight (and any other travel) tickets
Passport
Visa(s)
Insurance papers
Vaccination certificates (if required)
Drivers licence
Photocopies of all important documentation
Passport-size photos
Copy of birth certificate
Details of British Embassies in the countries being visited

It is a good idea to scan important documents and e-mail them to yourself.

Money
Travellers cheques
Credit cards
Local currency for first stop (US dollars can also be useful)
Contact details for cancelling cards from abroad
Details of travellers cheques in case you need replacements (serial numbers, cheque denominations, date and location of purchase)

Health
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Suncreams and sunblock
Make-up (if you wear it, fellas)
Female hygene products
Condoms or other contraception
Any medication you might be taking
Insect repellent
Towel(s)
Toilet roll
Deodorant
Washing powder
Razor and shaving cream

Clothing
Swimming gear
Cotton valuables belt
Footwear for hot weather (flip-flops)
Sunglasses
Hat
We’re not going to go too far by listing underwear and things. Remember though, it’s good to pack for variable weather and take useful clothing that suits multiple circumstances

Accessories
Camera
Camera film
Travel guides
Maps
Mobile phone
Phone card(s)
Pens
Paper (and envelopes)
Alarm clock
Torch
Batteries
Contact details for friends and family
Safety pins
String
Umbrella
Small first-aid kit
Entertainment (music, books)
Blow-up neck pillow, eye mask and ear plugs (if you need your sleep)

Haydn Wrath is the owner at Travel nation specialising in round the world flights and travel information. Travel Nation have a wealth of experience in putting together round the world itineries.

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