Packing checklists by destination
Packing lists built around the destination. Voltage, visas and climate differ, so check the one that matches where you are going.
This is not just a list of links: each page carries the actual rule and the practical preparation for it. Read only the ones you need.
Which list should you use
Reusing one packing list for every destination breaks on voltage, visas and climate. In a country with different sockets your charger is dead weight, and in a different climate your estimate of clothing volume is simply wrong. That is why these 6 lists are split by the character of the trip.
If your destination is not listed, take the list for a region with similar climate and voltage and check only the visa and entry procedure separately.
What differs between the six lists
The third column counts the essentials worth checking again the night before, and the fourth counts how many of those have a separate cabin-or-hold rule to confirm. The last column lists the categories unique to that list β the one every list shares (documents & payment) is left out, so what remains is what the destination added.
| Checklist | Items | Essential | Baggage rules | Categories only on this list |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| π―π΅ Japan | 17 | 13 | 4 | Electronics & connectivity Β· Clothing & compression packing Β· Japan-specific extras & toiletries |
| π»π³ Southeast Asia | 13 | 12 | 4 | Water quality & hygiene Β· Water activities & extras |
| πͺπΊ Europe & North America | 11 | 9 | 2 | Theft prevention & safety Β· Long-haul flight & packing |
| πΆ Travelling with kids | 11 | 10 | 4 | Childrenβs health & medicine Β· Baby care & feeding Β· In-flight entertainment & comfort |
| πΌ Business trips | 7 | 6 | 3 | Work kit & mobile office Β· Suit & looking presentable |
| ποΈ Korea & camping | 7 | 6 | 4 | Outdoors & power Β· Hygiene & first aid |
How to use it
- Open the list for your destination and go through the essentials first.
- Decide the optional items by how much space is left in the suitcase.
- Pull out what has to stay in the cabin β once checked, the suitcase stays shut until arrival.
- The night before, go through the essentials one more time.
- Japan packing list 17 items Β· 110V plug adapter and a coin purse for yen
- Southeast Asia packing list 13 items Β· Shower filter and a waterproof pouch are the must-haves
- Europe & North America packing list 11 items Β· Anti-theft phone tether and a TSA-approved lock
- Travelling with kids packing list 11 items Β· Two alternating fever medicines and an insulated tumbler
- Business trips packing list 7 items Β· Wrinkle-free shirt pouch and a GaN charger
- Korea & camping packing list 7 items Β· High-capacity power bank and outdoor hygiene