Clothing: The weather was always close to the average high
rather than the low...in other words...warmer than expected. I would have
brought 1-2 more tanks/short sleeve shirts and a different pair of shorts. The
pair I brought was very comfy and flowy, but I think my shirts would have
looked better with a more fitted pair of shorts. Black was definitely a good
choice though.
I would have brought less sweaters (or long sleeve shirts)
and more undershirts that could be layered with a zip up hoodie or cardigan. A
sweater would be perfect for just hanging out and not doing much, but I would
get hot walking around all day and wouldn't have a way to shed to less
clothing.
Underwear: I packed 4 and I think a total of 6 or 7 would
have been much better, considering our laundry situation was much different
than expected.
Scarves: I ended up bringing 2 regular scarves and 1 scarf
that could also be used as a blanket. I didn't regret it since I used all 3,
but it really wasn't necessary considering I bought 2 scarves while traveling.
Shoes: I would have packed a different color of TOMS. My
light grey ones got so dirty and I ended up throwing them away near the end of
the trip when I knew I wouldn't need them anymore. TOMS were the perfect shoe
though! So comfortable and I would pack them again. The boots and flip flops were perfect too. I wore all my shoes many times.
Jackets: I packed 2 and would only pack 1 if I had a
do-over. Instead of 2 coats I would have packed more tanks/short sleeve shirts
with something to layer over top (zip up or cardigan).
Socks: I brought 3 pairs no show socks, 3 pairs wool
socks , 1 pair compression stockings. I would NOT bring the compression
stockings. They were uncomfortable and only used once (the plane ride to
Europe). I'd rather just do leg exercises while in my seat and make sure to get
up and move around. I would have brought 1 more pair of no show socks and 1
more pair of wool socks.
Jewelry: I would not have brought either necklace. It's not
super comfortable to have a long necklace on all day (and it's kind of
annoying). I just didn't need the Washington necklace although neither necklace
took up any space since it was packed with my earings which I definitely used.
I would have maybe packed some more earings to change up the look of my
outfits. Or...just buy some there (which I did) :)
Toiletry Bag
nail polish remover
nail polish
moleskin - didn't use
bobby pins, hair clips
bandaids - would have brought less
q tips
glide body stick - didn't use super
often
hair ties
blue container: washington necklace, locket, wedding ring,
safety pins, silver circle earings, chevron earings, nose ring
eye brown pluckers
nail clippers - would only pack if
going somewhere again for 4 weeks. any less time...not necessary.
red lip stick
lip gloss
mascara
blush
powder makeup
brush for powder makeup and blush
bar soap (2) - really only needed 1
comb
deodorant
hair roller - didn't need
sink stopper
toothbrush
floss
disposable razor
eyelash curler
extra contacts - brought too many
extra pairs. would stick to 2 extra per eye.
locks and keys
blue headband - would bring another
headband
gum
Tom Bihn outside packing cube 1
Liquids
peppermint oil - didn't need
thieves oil - should have used every
night. would bring again.
hand sanitizer
travel shampoo
travel conditioner
toothpaste- only needed 1 small one
hair gel - brought the perfect container for it. would do
again.
coconut oil
Meds
dramamine
melatonin - not necessary
ultra strength antacid soft chews -
bring WAY LESS
echinacea - should have taken every
day. would pack again.
ibuprofen - bring WAY LESS
benadryl - not necessary
imodium - did not use
Other
money belt - did not use
travel kleenex
Tom Bihn outside packing cube 2
tide pods detergent - only used a
few. not necessary.
powder detergent - YES! so glad I
brought this! useful for a washing machine and to hand wash clothes in the sink
or tub.
black flip flops
toms
clothesline - used twice?
4 plastic bags - change to 3
4 ziplocks - smart
2 travel cups - not necessary
travel papers (copies): travel guard, chase rewards flight
info, passport, license, car insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, eye
insurance, visa, mastercard (not pictured)
Travel Purse
passport
wet wipes - not necessary
tide stick
mastercard wrapped in foil
pens
chapstick
tums - bring less
bottle opener - not necessary
mirror
contacts case
pill container
ear plugs - not necessary
umbrella
sporks - not necessary
sarong/blanket - not essential but
was kinda nice a few times!
outfit pictures - not necessary
word search - not necessary
travel journal
plane flip flops
eye mask
glasses + case
cards
neck pillow - did not bring and did
not regret it.
collapsible water bottle
gum
travel kleenex
paper tickets: leaning tower of pisa, Neuschwanstein Castle,
beer spa, prague to amsterdam boarding pass (2), sagrada familia (2), med list,
paris to barcelona boarding pass (2)
Not Pictured
visa
visa
boarding pass
license
insurance cards
eurail pass
iphone + cord
headphones
trail mix
pistachios...YUM!
each day itinerary
cash
