Generate a customised packing list for your destination and trip type.
About This Travel Packing List Generator
This free packing list generator creates a customised travel packing checklist based on your destination, trip duration, activities and season — so you never forget an essential again.
Packing well is one of the most underrated travel skills. Overpacking leads to baggage fees, heavy bags and decision fatigue. Underpacking means buying items at inflated prices at your destination.
Packing Tips for Australian Travellers
Australian travellers often forget: travel adapters (power outlets vary globally), convertible clothing for varied climates, a printed copy of travel insurance details, and DFAT Smart Traveller registration for international trips. Always check baggage limits for each leg of your journey — budget airlines have strict limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I avoid paying baggage fees?+
Pack light and use carry-on only where possible. Weigh your bag before leaving home. Roll clothes instead of folding to save space. Use packing cubes to maximise organisation.
What should never go in checked baggage?+
Never check: valuables, electronics, medications, travel documents, keys, credit cards or anything you cannot afford to lose or have delayed.
How many outfits should I pack per week?+
A good rule: pack 5-7 outfit combinations regardless of trip length if you can do laundry. For short trips with no laundry access, 1-2 outfits per day is reasonable.
What travel documents should I carry?+
Passport, travel insurance details, visa documentation, accommodation bookings, emergency contacts, copies of credit cards (stored separately) and any required vaccination certificates.
Should I pack a first aid kit?+
A basic kit with band-aids, pain relief, antihistamines, blister treatment and any prescription medications is highly recommended, especially for remote destinations.