Your ultimate honeymoon essentials packing checklist: 50 things you need to pack

Your honeymoon should be the trip of a lifetime, but knowing what you do – and don’t – need to bring with you can be tricky. Of course, your packing list will vary depending on what destination you have chosen for your romantic getaway. But whether you’ve chosen an exotic beach or city break, we’ve got you covered with our ultimate honeymoon packing checklist…

Honeymoon hand luggage:

Keep all of your valuables and essentials close to hand in your cabin baggage, along with some toiletries and a spare change of clothes should you need it.

1. Passport
2. Travel documents: including your boarding pass, travel insurance, visas, immunisation records, reservations etc. Keep a copy of these on your phone too in case you misplace your hard copies.
3. Cash and credit cards
4. Mobile phone and charger
5. Emergency contact information: Place a card somewhere easy to find with your family’s contact information in case of emergency. You could also note useful contacts such as your credit card provider and local embassy should you require them.
6. Books and magazines
7. Basic toiletries: A toothbrush and toothpaste, makeup remover, cotton wool, moisturiser and lip balm will help you to stay feeling fresh on a long journey.
8. Prescription medications and a copy of the prescription
9. Camera: You’re going to want to capture lots of memories from your honeymoon, so keep your camera with you at all times.
10. A journal or notebook: To jot down any memories during your trip, or even just to keep yourselves entertained on the journey by playing games.
11. Tissues

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Honeymoon check-in baggage:

Clothing:

The clothing you need will vary depending on your destination, but assuming you are going to a warmer climate, you can’t go wrong with the following…

12. T-shirts and vest tops
13. Shorts
14. Sundresses
15. Swimwear: take a few different bikinis, swimsuits and swim shorts for you both.
16. Sandals and flip flops
17. One smarter pair of shoes or heels that can be worn in the evening
18. Trainers/ walking shoes
19. Evening outfits: smarter ensembles that can be worn for dinner, e.g. shirts, chinos and dresses. Men should check in advance if shorts are permitted in restaurants or if long trousers are required.
20. Pyjamas/ sleepwear
21. Underwear
22. Sportswear
23. A light jacket or cardigan for cooler evenings
24. A rain jacket if required
25. Sunglasses
26. Hat
27. Prescription or reading glasses
28. Handbag
29. Beach bag
30. An outfit to travel home in

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Health and beauty essentials:

31. Plug adaptor for electricals
32. Travel hairdryer and styling appliances
33. Sun cream – and lots of it!
34. After sun
35. Moisturiser and bodylotion
36. Makeup and makeup remover
37. Deodorant
38. Toothbrush and toothpaste
39. Mouthwash
40. Shampoo and conditioner
41. Hair brush/ comb
42. Insect repellent
43. Bite cream
44. Anti-nausea/ diarrhoea medication
45. Paracetemol
46. Razor
47. Nail file and clippers
48. Hand sanitiser
49. Small first aid kit
50. Travel wash: should you need to do any laundry while you are away.

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