Ask and you shall receive. I talked about my packing method in stories on Instagram and mentioned my running packing checklist that I keep in a google doc. I got the overwhelming request to give you access so here it is! The one and only 2 week packing list you’ll ever need again.
Most of our big trips are two weeks long, we do not plan to do laundry and I pack everything into a standard carry-on and a backpack. This 2 week carry on packing list will do just that for you. The list is easily adjustable for a shorter trip. A good rule of thumb is that everything I pack should be able to be worn twice and pants can be worn 3-4 times before they are too dirty.
For longer trips I would advise trying to find a way to do laundry and add in one extra pair of pants and maybe a couple extra shirts. Laundry is going to be your life saver though.
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Pin It For Later
The pin version above is condensed though. So for the downloadable and customizable version you will want to enter your email below and it will be sent directly to your inbox!
Weather
This 2 week packing list works for any weather because it only specifies number of items! All you have to do now is choose what shirts or sweaters you are going to bring that match your chosen destination!
When you are packing for a trip in warmer weather it is a lot easier to pack into a smaller bag. But in the winter the bulky coats and sweaters can make it hard. This is where layers can become very helpful like a thick knit cardigan that works with several different outfits rather than packing several bulky sweaters.
So this universal packing list will work whether you’re taking a summer vacation or a winter one. Plus everything in-between.
I travel by a set of guildelines that help me know when to pack heavy vs. light that will change the way you pack! Be sure to read those next.
2 Week Packing List
I start packing about a week before I leave and yet I always seem to be up late packing the night before! That last minute rush is just asking to forget something. This 2 week packing list is the only one I ever use and it guarantees I won’t forget anything essential for any trips I go on.
When I think I am done packing a quick run through of this list is like Santa double checking his naughty and nice list. I catch any last minute additions.
Are there any essentials that you always bring that I don’t have on my list?
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So good! I always create a list in my phone before a trip.
That a good place to keep it! I like having one list that I can just modify to each trip though. It helps prevent me from forgetting things.
Where has this been all my life!! I always take stuff I don’t need and never wear haha
I used to do that all the time!!! This is such a life saver when it comes to packing
So helpful! Thank you for taking the time to make this handy list.
Of course! I use it myself and I love it. My only hope is someone else finds it as useful as me!!
This is so handy! I always realize I’ve forgotten something when we arrive at our end destination so this will definitely be put to good use. 馃檪
Exactly! Thats why a customizable packing list is perfect! You never forget the basics 馃檪
Short and complete. So sweet!
I hope it helps you 馃檪
This is great, I always feel like I forget things when I pack… and it’s usually because I do!
Before this list that is exactly how I was!! I used to purposely “forget” an item in the hopes that that would help me forget something important. lol Now I see how this is so much better!
Great post! I’m definitely pinning this for later because I always struggle with packing, haha.
Yes, I hope it helps! I know its helped me a ton.
Cannot see where to enter my address for the 2 week printable list. Thank you
Right under the pinnable picture version is a box that says ” Get Your FREE Customizable Packing List”. Then there are two boxes where you type in your Name and email. It will be sent directly to your inbox. I hope that helps!
Pads or tampons could be added 馃ぇ