When packing your suitcase for a trip, you often pack far too much of some things and completely forget about others. With the help of this list, which is tailored to the needs of female travellers, you can keep your suitcase volume to a minimum and have a selection of all the necessary items for your trip.

 

Regardless of how long the holiday trip is to last, because on longer trips you can wash the clothes you have brought with you in between. Clothing should be adapted depending on the destination.

Clothes

Two pairs of comfortable running shoes, one for warmer weather, the other for cooler weather.
A rain jacket
Two pairs of shorts or three-quarter trousers, because when church visits are planned, entry is often not permitted in very short trousers.
Two pairs of long trousers, one casual, one for going out.
A belt if necessary
A swimming costume or bikini, packed in a plastic bag
Four pairs of socks
A bra
Five tops of different types (T-shirt, tank top, long-sleeved, etc.)
A lightweight cardigan for cooler days or evenings or extra warmth when travelling to cooler destinations
Two shorts or skirts
If necessary, a dress for going out
A sun hat or cap if required
Possibly a scarf or waistcoat
Nightdress or pyjamas

Cosmetics

A washcloth
Toothbrush
Shampoo and conditioner
Hairbrush
Body lotion
Vaseline for rough feet or skin problems
Epilator
Shaving cream
Insect repellent
Sun cream
Pads and tampons
Deodorant
Nail scissors
Possibly contact lens accessories or replacement glasses
Sunglasses
Hand sanitiser
Vitamin tablets
Baby powder as a quick dry shampoo for on the go
Necessary prescription medication
Paracetamol
Aspirin
Wound plasters
Hand wash detergent for clothes

Other things

Passport or identity card
Credit cards
Bank cards
Driving licence
Ticket (train or flight etc.)
Cash, partly already in the currency of the destination country
Towel
Bath towel
Possibly sheets
Mobile phones and accessories

With everything you pack, you need to consider how necessary it is, especially with clothing. It is better to pack just one item for different weather conditions and situations than to lug around an unnecessary amount of luggage. Clothes can be washed in between. Another option is to buy cheap casual clothes on site that can be thrown away afterwards and not taken home.
Don't forget to wrap lotions and soaps, especially shampoo and conditioner, in a plastic bag.
To save space, it is advisable to transfer the cosmetics into smaller containers and label them well.
Pack sparingly and buy at your destination if necessary. The rule of thumb is that your luggage should not weigh more than 20% of your body weight, preferably no more than 15kg.
If possible, take a suitcase and a hand luggage-sized bag with you, the fewer pieces of luggage you have to keep an eye on, the safer.
Test pack a few days before travelling and check that your luggage is not just heavy and cumbersome.