If you are a female planning a trip to a hot country in Europe for the summer, then this packing list for women is just what you need. For this trip, you can pack lightly and a carry on case will be plenty of space for all you need. These quantities are based on a week long trip. Tweak the quantities where needed.
Also don’t forget that most airlines allow a personal item as well as a carry on case so don’t forget to make use of a big handbag or schoolbag/backpack as well as the suitcase if applicable.
If you want some inspiration on where to visit in Europe have a look at my other posts:
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- Documents
- Tech
- Clothes
- Toiletries
- Personal Items
- Shoes
Documents
- Passport
- Boarding Pass
- COVID documents if required by the country – PCR/antigen test results, COVID locator form, Proof of vaccination etc
- Wallet/Purse (cash and/or card)
- Reservations (hard copy or on your phone)
Tech
Do your research on the travel adapter that is needed, most European countries have type C and UK and Ireland plug type is G. But you can check by country here.
- Phone
- Camera (plus equipment if needed)
- Chargers
- Portable Charger
- Travel Adapter
- Headphones
- Kindle/e-book or normal book
- Hair straightener/Hair dryer if needed
Clothes
Start with wearing the bulky items on the plane and leave them out of the carry on. This will allow some extra space in the bag. So, wear the hiking boots, the hoody and the jeans on board and let the light items in the case. I usually roll my clothes so they fit well and give me more space.
- 2 x Swimwear/Bikini
- 1 x light pyjamas
- 1 x light rain jacket or Poncho
- 1 x activewear
- 3 pairs of shorts to go with multiple outfits
- 5-7 tops/t-shirts
- 2-4 dresses/skirts
- 1 hoody
- 1 cardigan
- 1 jeans
- Scarf/shawl/pashmina – useful to have with you if you are going to certain churches or museums where you need to cover up
- 7 x Underwear
- 7 x Socks
- 2 – 3 bras
Toiletries
For the toiletries, be careful that the bottles are under 100ml for the carry on requirements. If not you can transfer them to the travel size bottles. You can buy them on amazon here.
- Skincare – Moisturisers, face creams, face wash
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Perfume
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body-wash
- Make-up/tan
- Make-up Remover
- Hairbrush
- Bobbles/gogos/hair ties
- Hair clips
- Dry shampoo
- Sun cream
- Razor
- Feminine hygiene products
Personal Items
I would advise to bring a water bottle so you can fill up at the airport inside security to avoid paying an extortionate price for a bottle of water. As well as this, bring snacks. I learned my lesson after paying €8 for a mangy sandwich in Schiphol airport.
- Snacks
- Water Bottle
- Sunglasses
- Glasses/Contact lenses
- Notebook and pen
- Jewellery
- Tablets, medicines, vitamins
- Mosquito repellent
Shoes
Shoes can take up a lot of space in a suitcase so I would recommend just 2 pairs. Wear the runners or hiking boots on the plane and leave the flip flops in the suitcase.
- Flip flops/Sandals
- Runners or hiking boots
I advise using this packing list for women to ensure you are on track with your packing and let me know if you think I forgot anything in the comments. Save this link to your bookmarks so you can revert to this when needed. Thanks for reading.
Lisa
Packing List for Women: European Summer Edition – Wanderer Lane
If you are a female planning a trip to a hot country in Europe for the summer, then this packing list for women is just what you need. For this trip, you can pack lightly and a carry on case will be plenty of space for all you need. These quantities are based on a week long trip. Tweak the quantities where needed.
Also don’t forget that most airlines allow a personal item as well as a carry on case so don’t forget to make use of a big handbag or schoolbag/backpack as well as the suitcase if applicable.
If you want some inspiration on where to visit in Europe have a look at my other posts:
Go To:
Documents
Tech
Do your research on the travel adapter that is needed, most European countries have type C and UK and Ireland plug type is G. But you can check by country here.
Clothes
Start with wearing the bulky items on the plane and leave them out of the carry on. This will allow some extra space in the bag. So, wear the hiking boots, the hoody and the jeans on board and let the light items in the case. I usually roll my clothes so they fit well and give me more space.
Toiletries
For the toiletries, be careful that the bottles are under 100ml for the carry on requirements. If not you can transfer them to the travel size bottles. You can buy them on amazon here.
Personal Items
I would advise to bring a water bottle so you can fill up at the airport inside security to avoid paying an extortionate price for a bottle of water. As well as this, bring snacks. I learned my lesson after paying €8 for a mangy sandwich in Schiphol airport.
Shoes
Shoes can take up a lot of space in a suitcase so I would recommend just 2 pairs. Wear the runners or hiking boots on the plane and leave the flip flops in the suitcase.
I advise using this packing list for women to ensure you are on track with your packing and let me know if you think I forgot anything in the comments. Save this link to your bookmarks so you can revert to this when needed. Thanks for reading.
Lisa
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