Last Updated on January 17, 2019

When preparing for a trip, you must make sure that you think through the list of items you will be carrying with you. It’s not enough to have some clothes and pairs of shoes. There are many items that are important, that can make a huge difference in how the trip pans out.

Here are six travelling essentials you need to pack for a trip:

1. First-aid Kit

It’s always good to consider the worst-case scenarios when packing for a trip. When it comes to the first-aid kits, what one person decides to carry may not be the same as what another person would carry. Only you are in a position to know what would be most necessary in your first-aid kit. Eye allergy drops, painkillers and bandages are just some of the items that might come in handy during a trip. If you use multivitamins, don’t forget to include them.

2. Multi-purpose Shoes

Rather than carry five or six pairs of shoes, you may want to bring an extra pair of sneakers that you can wear for various occasions. The shoe you pick should be waterproof and durable. By carrying fewer pairs of shoes, you will be leaving extra space for other more important items.

3. Travel Mug

This is a great item to pack for your trip, especially if you are someone who likes to carry some tea or coffee while on the move. The great thing about travel mugs is that they are very easy to carry, whether in the car or in your hand. They also come in a wide variety of sizes. On GGC Coffee there are travel mugs of various types and sizes.

4. Folder for Your Printed Documents

You want to keep all your essential paperwork intact, and the best way to do this is to put it all in a sturdy folder. In the folder, you will have your airline, transportation and hotel confirmations. A map can also be very useful and should be included. To be on the safe side, scan these documents and save them in PDF format, just in case you misplace any of them while on the trip.

5. Flip Flops

Flip flops are water resistant and serve a totally different purpose from shoes. You can use them in the shower, on the beach or when walking around on the hostel floor. The great thing about them is that they are flat and won’t take up too much space. In fact, you can just fit them on the side of your suitcase.

6. Emergency Blanket

Aluminized polyester blankets are very popular with travellers because they fit flatly in a small part on the side of the travel bag. They are very useful when the nights turn out to be chillier than expected. You can also use the blanket you carry to cover the ground when the conditions call for it.

There are so many travelling essentials that you can pack for a trip. The only limitation is the amount of space available. It is up to you to know what is most important for your trip. To avoid forgetting some important items, make sure you pack everything early enough.

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