Ultimate list of items to pack for your honeymoon

Written by Pierre Zarokian

Summer Holiday
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The last thing any newly-wedded couple needs is to arrive at their honeymoon destination and realize that something has been forgotten. It is easy to miss the smallest of things during the hustle and bustle of the wedding. It is also not something you can delegate to someone else, after all, a lot of what we pack on trips is unique to us. Here are a barebones packing list that anyone shop and put together that does not include clothing and related items:

Here is a list of items to pack, that should not be bought at the destination. Everything can be easily found on an online shopping website:

  • Insect repellent (and anti-itch cream for the bugs that break through)
  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat or baseball cap
  • Aloe-vera
  • Band-Aids
  • Aspirin
  • Antacid
  • Antihistamine
  • Diarrhea medicine
  • Motion sickness medicine
  • Tampons
  • Canvas tote bag
  • Guidebook
  • Electrical converter/adapter

There are some optional items like Shampoo, lotion, shower caps etc which are generally provided by the hotel. Decide on these based on the destination.

Here are some basic bathroom items to pack:

  • Travel-size toothpaste
  • Toothbrushes
  • Deodorant
  • Cosmetics
  • Make-up remover
  • Cotton balls and swabs
  • Comb/brush
  • Hair gel/spray
  • Nail file/clippers
  • Shaving cream
  • Razors
  • Contact lens and re-wetting solution, storage case
  • Hair accessories

Lastly, leave all the hotel details, itinerary, and copies of all your travel documents with your family and friends. In the event of an emergency, all of these can be emailed or mailed.

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