Packing list generator

A packing list built around your trip

This packing list generator turns a few answers about your trip into a travel checklist sorted by category: documents, money, health, toiletries, clothes, shoes, electronics, gear, and the jobs to do before you lock the front door. You give the trip length, the climate, the type of trip and how you get there; it works out how many clothes to pack. Then you tick, add, delete and reorder items as you pack.

Everything happens in your browser. Lists are saved on your device, nothing is sent, and you can keep several: one for the beach, one for skiing.

How to pack without forgetting anything

1. Under “Your trip”, set “Length (days)”, “Climate at destination”, “Type of trip” and “Getting there”.
2. Tick what applies: “With a baby”, “With children”, “Sport”, “Evenings out”, “Swimming pool”, “Laundry or washer available”.
3. Press “Make my list”, read it category by category and remove anything irrelevant with the cross.
4. Tick each item as it goes in. Ticks are saved, so you can finish tomorrow.
5. Press “Print” for a two-column sheet, or “Make a share link” to send the list to whoever travels with you.

How many clothes to pack for each trip length

Quantities are for one person and follow one rule: underwear and pairs of socks = days + 1; tops = days; pants, skirts or shorts = 1 for every 3 days; pajamas = 1 per week. If you tick laundry, the count stops at 7 days, on the idea that you wash once a week.

A ski trip adds a ski jacket, ski pants, gloves, goggles, a neck warmer, a helmet and ski socks (4 pairs for a week), and leaves swimsuits out unless you tick “Swimming pool”.

Carry-on bags: the general rules

Choose “Plane, carry-on only” and the list adds a clear resealable bag of about one litre and travel bottles, and a box reminds you of the usual rule: liquids, gels and creams in containers of 100 ml (3.4 oz) or less, all in that one bag. Rules differ between airlines and airports, so check with your airline and the airport before you go. Power banks generally travel in the cabin, not in checked bags.

Documents and health

The documents section lists ID, passport, tickets and bookings, proof of travel insurance and copies of key papers. Check that your passport is valid for long enough and what entry rules apply where you are going. The health section stays general: your prescription medicines with the prescription, the everyday medicines you already take and a small first aid kit. For medical advice, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

“Plugs at destination” adds an adapter and shows the plug types most common in the region you pick, as a guide only.

Traveling with kids

“With a baby” adds a Baby category: diapers for the first 3 days (6 a day, so 18), bodysuits and sleepers at 2 a day (8 for a 4-day trip), a stroller or carrier, a travel crib and a diaper bag. “With children” adds a favorite toy, games for the journey, snacks and a spare set of clothes. Clothing amounts are per person, so adjust them for each child.

Before you leave home

The last category covers what people forget on the way out: turn off the water, take out the trash, empty the fridge and have someone pick up your mail.

Frequently asked questions

Can I print the packing list?

Yes. “Print” gives a two-column sheet with a checkbox in front of every item.

Are my lists saved?

Yes, in this browser, up to 10 lists, ticks included. They don't move between devices on their own: use the share link for that.

What is inside the share link?

A copy of the list written into the address itself. Whoever opens it gets their own copy; your list stays yours.

Why 8 pairs of underwear for 7 days?

One spare for a spill or a delayed flight. If that is too many, delete the line and add your own quantity.