So…what are all the items you’ll need to keep well groomed when traveling. Here we’ve tried to provide an exhaustive list, segmented into broad categories. Each category is linked to a page where you can find tips, suggestions, alternatives and other ideas for the listed items. You can easily dispense with any not required or are simply inappropriate for you. It tends to be easier to omit from someone else's list, than to create your own, so here goes: |
Floss Lip Balm/Salve Mouth Wash Toothbrush |
Toothpaste Toothpick(s) Dental & Oral Care page. |
Brush/Comb Conditioner Hairdryer |
Hairstyling Product(s) Shampoo Hair Grooming Contents page. |
Contact lens, saline solution & cleaning agent Spare Spectacles/Sunglasses Spectacle/Sunglasses cleaner |
Spectacle Repair Kit
Cotton Buds Ear plugs Optical & Ear Care page. |
Deodorant Exfoliant/Scrub Face Cloth Hand/Foot Creams |
Pumice Toner Wash Bowl Washing Contents page. |
Electric Razor Razor Shave Oil Shaving brush Shaving soap/cream |
Styptic Pencil Moustache/Beard kit Nasal Hair Trimmer
Moisturizer Shaving Contents page. |
Nail Clippers Nail Brush Nail File |
Nail Buffer
Cuticle Pusher/Orange Stick |
Emergency Medical ID Ready-Made First Aid Kits Dental Emergency Kit Empty First Aid Bags Antacid/Heartburn Antihistamine Cream & Allergy Tablets Band Aid/Plasters Blister Care |
Cold Remedy Gold Bond Powder Insect Repellent
Motion/Travel Sickness & Jetlag Tablets Pain Relief Tablets Prescription Medication Supplements |
Batteries & Battery Charger Condoms
Sex Lubricant Clothes Brush/Lint Roller Money Sewing kit Stain Remover(s) Safety Pins Shoe Care Kit Flashlight Pocket Knife Tweezers Shoe/Boot Laces Mirror Towel(s) Mints Refreshments Plug/Sink Stopper Clothes Line Electrical travel adapter Eye Shade/Sleep Mask |
SteriPen Toilet Toilet Tissues & Wipes
Travel Iron Travel Clothes Steamer Jewelery Case Travel Tray Travel Bar Collapsible Pocket Cup Travel Gym Travel Blanket & Pillow Umbrella Slippers Clothes Hanger(s) Alarm Clock Smoke Hood Smoke Detector Security Translator SIM Card Duct Tape |
The simple answer to this is “No, of course not!” When space and weight restrict you, take the bare minimum. It is incredible what you can do without. When space and/or weight are not at such a premium, take everything appropriate to your needs. Consider the duration and nature of your trips and pack accordingly. We suggest you generally err on the side of caution and act in keeping with the Boy Scout’s motto of “Be Prepared”. |
Perhaps of more use to frequent travelers, this is still beneficial to occasional travelers too. Consider the trips you do and prepare an individual Dopp Kit for different scenario's. For example, for us, we have found it useful to have the following different purpose Dopp Kits: 1. The Quick Dopp Kit - the bare minimum and extremely light in weight, great for hikes and/or overnight camping or for an impromptu overnight stay at friends. 2. The Flying Dopp Kit - contains the best items for short trips when flying i.e when the Dopp Kit is put in "carry on" luggage. Here the aim is no liquids and of reasonably light weight. 3. The Adventurer Dopp Kit - similar to the "Flying Dopp Kit" but contains all the items for more exotic locations e.g. electrical adaptors, anti-malaria tablets etc. This can be particularly useful if you frequently travel to another country. 4. The Full Monty Dopp Kit - contains everything for all eventualities. Perfect for road trips, long trips where luggage is stowed, when accompanied by children etc. |
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