The wedding is all planned and it’s time to prepare for the honeymoon! From simple essentials to must-have extras, here’s the complete honeymoon packing list every couple needs, no matter what kind of trip you’re going on.

Traveling Basics:

• Light backpack (this can double as your carry-on bag)
• Small wallet
• Credit cards (make sure they work overseas if your destination is abroad)
• Emergency cash
• List of contacts (including emergency phone numbers)
• Reservation confirmations (hotels, restaurants, other)
• Travel insurance information
• Health insurance numbers/cards
• Itinerary, hotel information
• Traveler’s checks
• Plane tickets or confirmation numbers
• Drivers licenses
• Passports
• Multiple photocopies of all above documents:
  • Physical printed copies stored in a separate area
  • Copies on both of your phones
  • Copies left with relatives at home
• Phone charger
• Electrical converter (if going abroad/necessary)
• Luggage tags
• Headphones
• Books, magazines
• Other in-flight entertainment
• Any medications you need

Toiletries:

• Antibacterial wipes or hand sanitizer
• Face wash and other skin care products
• Lotion for body and face
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Hair styling products (if applicable)
• Hair ties, bobby pins
• Hair brush or comb
• Soap or body wash
• Makeup
• Makeup remover
• Sunblock
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Floss
• Feminine hygiene products
• Razors
• Shaving cream
• Deodorant
• Lip balm/chapstick
• Tweezers
• Cotton swabs
• Nail file
• Glasses, contact lenses, lens solution, contacts case
• Eye drops
• Mini medical kit including:
  • Band-aids
  • Pain reliever
  • Motion sickness medication
  • Antacids
  • Antihistamine

Clothing & Accessories – Hers:

• Shoes for travel
• Comfortable shoes for day (depending on destination)
• Dressy shoes for evening (heels or nicer sandals)
• Pair of jeans
• Casual shirts like cotton tees and tanks
• Blouses or dressier tops
• Light jacket or pullover
• Cardigan
• Sundresses or day dresses
• Skirts
• Cocktail dress
• Daytime purse (small-ish and comfortable for your daytime adventures)
• Evening purse or clutch
• Swimsuits
• Sleepwear and/or lingerie
• Socks
• Underwear, bras (don’t forget a strapless)
• Sunglasses
• Jewelry & accessories
• Hairdryer, curling iron and/or flat iron (optional)

Clothing & Accessories – His:

• Casual, comfortable shoes for day
• Khakis or jeans
• Dress shoes for evening
• Nice pair of slacks
• Casual shirts (like tees and polos)
• Button downs
• Sports jacket
• Light jacket or pullover
• Sleepwear
• Swimsuits
• Tie (if necessary)
• Belts
• Socks
• Underwear
• Sunglasses

General Extras:

• Athletic/workout gear
• Electronic devices (phones, laptops, tablets, e-readers) and their chargers
• Re-sealable plastic bags in varying sizes
• Shoe bags (to prevent dirty shoes from touching clothes in the suitcases)
• Sleeping eye mask
• White noise maker/machine
• Deck of cards
• Travel pillow for airplane
• Stain removing wipes or stick
• Travel-sized laundry detergent
• Rain shells or travel umbrella
• Faux wedding rings (optional) – many couples don’t want to lose or have their rings stolen, especially when traveling abroad

Extras for Beach/Warm Destinations:

• Sandals or flip flops
• Cover-ups, tunics, or sarongs
• Sun hats or baseball caps
• Aloe for sunburns
• Bug spray
• Beach towels (if not provided by your accommodations)

Extras for Ski Trip/Cold Destinations:

• Heavy jackets or parkas
• Mittens or gloves
• Hats, headbands, or earmuffs
• Warm, waterproof snow pants
• Long underwear, leggings, fleece shells, or other thermal layers
• Warm coat
• Scarves or neck warmers
• Thick, waterproof socks
• Ski goggles
• Boots
• Sweaters
• Ski equipment (if applicable, or plan out rentals)
• Rich moisturizer/cream
• Hand warmers, toe warmers

Extras for Adventure Destinations:

• Binoculars
• Outdoor/athletic pants/leggings
• Sports bra
• Comfortable walking shoes, running shoes, or hiking boots
• Extra pairs of athletic socks
• Sun hats or baseball caps