Ciao! I am finally settled into Italy after a week of being here and I want to share with you what I packed for my trip. Of course, the super packer in me took pictures of all of my outfits before I arrived so I will be showing you those for inspiration too.
Clothes
- Two sweaters (one light and one heavier)
- Two bathing suits
- One sweatshirt
- One pair of business pants
- One pair of leather shorts
- Two pairs of flowy shorts
- One pair of white shorts
- One pair of bright shorts
- One skort
- One pair of biker shorts
- Three dresses (one for nightclubs)
- One long skirt
- One pair of flowy pants
- Five nice shirts
- Two casual t-shirts
- One pair of leggings
- One pair of athletic shorts
- One athletic dress
- Three athletic tank tops
- One pair of pool pants
- One pair of jeans
- Twelve pairs of underwear
- Four bras
- Twelve pairs of socks
- One pair of jean shorts
Toiletries
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Hairbrush
- Leave in conditioner
- Perfume
- Makeup
- Makeup remover
- Deodorant
- Skincare
- Nail clippers
- Eyebrow plucker
- Razor
- Lotion
- Towels
- Feminine Products
Buy shampoo, conditioner, and body wash when you get there because the big bottles take up too much space to travel with! You should also buy any electronic hair products there so that you do not break yours with the electric voltage difference.
Technology
- Laptop
- Laptop charger
- Phone charger
- Portable battery
- Apple watch
- Watch charger
- Camera
- Camera charger
- SD card
- Tripod
- Phone adapter so that you can charge and listen to music at the same time
- Headphones for phone
- Laptop headphones (if different than iphone)
- Wall adapter
- Ipod (in case your phone gets stolen)
Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Glasses
- Fanny pack
- Backpack
- Purse
- Sneakers
- Athletic tennis shoes
- Flip flops
- Sandals
- Shower shoes
- Earrings
- Necklaces
Other
- Passport
- Copy of passport
- Vaccination card
- Copy of vaccination
- Insurance
- Drivers License
- Credit card
- Euros (exchange at bank prior to trip)
- Pens
- Journal
- Book
- Water bottle
- Prescriptions
- Advil
- Tums
- Cough medicine
- Benadryl
- Dramamine
- Melatonin
- Eye drops
- Breakfast bars
- Chapstick
- Bandaids
- Face masks
- Student ID
- Airplane pillow
- Blanket
What I wish I packed:
- Another pair of sneakers for some variety because I am wearing mine every day.
- More pants. I didn’t know that my cooking class was going to require pants.
- A better camera bag. I have been putting my camera in my tote bag or squeezing it into my white crossbody where it doesn’t fit very well. I knew this would be a challenge but it’s a bit annoying.
- Sleep shorts! It is so freaking hot in our apartment that I will not be needing my sweatpants.
- Small notebook to take notes in class. I bought one here which was no big deal at all, I just didn’t even think of it.
- Toothbrush cover. I hate my toothbrush touching the counter top so I’ve just been keeping it in my bag but I should have just bought a cover for the bristles.
- Along with this, I wish I brought a full sized toothpaste instead of my travel sized.
- Scissors. Even just small ones would be helpful.
- Laundry scent enhancer because our washer smells mildewy.
- Sunscreen. I assumed I could just buy it here but for some reason it is much more expensive.
- Hair ties. I have already lost so many.
Things I am so glad I packed:
- My tide stick! I have used this basically everyday.
- Dramamine has been so key on the ferry rides.
- Biker shorts. These have been so comfy around the house, running errands, and during athletic activities.
- A whole bag of pens and highlighters. It is so nice to have options when studying my textbook and journaling.
- Jeans. I really didn’t think I would be wearing these but they have come in handy several times.
- My fanny pack has become a staple. I never leave the house without it because it makes me feel safe having all my valuables on my chest.
- Apple watch. It is so satisfying to track my steps and activity. One day I walked over nine miles.
- My camera! Using my camera for pictures has not only increased the photo quality but preserved my phone battery that I need for google maps.
Overall, I think I did a pretty great job packing. I had one big checked suitcase, one carry one in case anything got lost, and a travel on backpack. I still have plenty of room to bring back souvenirs as well!
