Hi there,<BR><BR>I cant seem to find the posts that have things people pack..we are leaving soon for our honeymoon and I want to make sure I am not forgetting anything:<BR><BR>camera<BR>film<BR>corkscrew<BR>cu tlery<BR>spare small backpack for days out<BR>umbrellas<BR>travel alarm clock<BR>tix<BR>passports<BR>asprin<BR>travel books<BR><BR>Anything else I should be getting (other than the obvious clothes)?<BR><BR>Thanks for your help!<BR>Jamie

The corkscrew will probably have to be in checked luggage.<BR><BR>1. bathroom things, like moisterizer, makeup, etc.<BR>2. any medication or contraception<BR>3. consider snacks as airlines don't serve much food now.<BR>4. office stuff, like pen, paper<BR>5. plastic bags<BR>6. I like noise cancelling headphones.<BR>

Don't forget your husband!<BR><BR>Contraceptives...OTOH, if you forget your husband...<BR><BR>1. Prescription medicines<BR>2. Spare glasses<BR>3. samll sewing kit<BR>4. Itenerrary and home phone numbers<BR>5. Credit cards and ATM cards and PIN's<BR>6. Some American cash...$200 to $300<BR>7. Money belt for each of you<BR>8. Prep H...don't laugh sometimes the food does tricks<BR><BR>hope that helps!<BR><BR>US<BR><BR>PS Have a great time...and congratulations...been married 29 years...you'll figure it out around #10!

electricity outlet converter (us to european wall plug in)<BR>

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small but handy just in case:<BR>earplugs<BR>immodium<BR>melatonin<BR><BR> and neck pouch for passport, credit/ATM cards, cash - or better yet, make sure you have an inside zipper pocket in your jacket.

Photocopy of your passport. <BR><BR>And while you're at it, take all the credit cards, IDS, license, medical card, etc. out of your wallet spread them out on the photocopier, too, then flip them over and copy the backs. Keep these in a very safe place apart from your wallet or handbag: in case of loss or theft you'll have all the account numbers, 800 numbers for cancellations, and proofs handy.

Great ideas! Anyone else?

In addition to what the others posted, Homedics clock/sound system.....works wonders for noisey situations. Bungees are handy items too...

Moleskin! Its for blisters on your feet. I wouldn't have thought it necessary since I didn't have new shoes, but my feet swelled so much that I did end up with blisters. <BR><BR>And good thinking with the cork screw

Ziploc bags (food, wet items)<BR>small flashlight<BR>pre-addressed labels for postcards<BR>string/twine to hang cloths<BR>

<BR>Master pack list<BR>extra socks<BR>tote bag/carryon for plane<BR>bottle of water for plane<BR>vitamins, medications<BR>inflatable pillow for plane<BR>umbrella<BR>hair dryer (check with hotel)<BR>converter plus plugs(only if hairdryer goes) <BR>sunglasses, prescrip.and non- <BR>travel wallet with currency, credit card, atm card, calling card, passport, airline ticket, train tickets, passes <BR><BR>photocopy of passport page with picture--in suitcase, don't carry in wallet <BR><BR>woolite <BR>analgesic,immodium tablets, benadryl (for sudden allergic reactions)<BR>bandaids<BR>paper plates, plastic utensils (in checked luggage) <BR>notebook/pad and pen <BR>wash n dries (moist towelettes)<BR>tissues <BR>book to read <BR>binoculars sometimes <BR>pillowcase for plane<BR>sweet n low sweetner<BR>a note with account numbers and phone numbers for credit card companies, and bank, and account numbers--in suitcase, don't carry in wallet<BR><BR>before trip:<BR>stop newspaper<BR>buy travelers checks(I take a couple for emergencies)<BR>notify banks/credit cards about charges from abroad<BR>change voice mail at the office<BR>&quot;auto reply&quot; on computer<BR><BR>

I have been to Europe many times and each time I pack lighter.The moneybelt for each of you is themost important thing you can take along.My wife is 66 and she wears it around her waist(in the back) with no problem.Nothing will ruin a trip faster then losing and having stolen your passport or other items.Most items can be purchased if you find you cant get along without it.

Call the airline here in the US and get the phone number to use abroad to confirm your flights.

1. Shout spots (especially for that red wine, during wine tasting)<BR>2 Laundry detergent tablets if you need to do laundry<BR>3. Dryer sheet for same<BR>4. Dirty clothes bag<BR><BR>You do not say where you are going. If up in the Alps, remember gloves and head band for ears.<BR>If south and beach, sun screen.<BR><BR>have a wonderful honeymoon!<BR>

1. A small rubber doorstop (if you're worried about security in the hotel).<BR>2. A very small light flashlight (e.g. the kind that attaches to a key ring) - pack it in your carry-on.<BR>3. A travel-sized bottle of hand-washing laundry soap (make sure it's well-sealed)<BR>4. If you wear glasses: (a) lens cleaning cloths and (b) a spare copy of your prescription - if you only take one pair of glasses/ or contacts and can't see without them.<BR>4. A few pocket packs of kleenex.<BR>5. Twist ties (useful for twisting through zipper ends on daypacks etc or suitcases to slow down thieves, although it won't stop them). Don't use them until after you get off the plane (because of airport security requirements.) <BR>6. Compeed/Bandaid brand blister relief patches (Better than moleskin, these patches came out in the last year or so, and are phenomenal - I hiked for 2 days straight using these things, when I couldn't hobble for more than a few yards before I put them on. They are sort of clear in appearance and gel-like; they practically fuse to your skin)<BR>7. Breath-freshening gum or listerine pocket packs (you could be wandering around all day without access to a toothbrush ...)

Kate. W.<BR>The doorstop is a great idea. I've wondered what to use. when we went to St. Martin last year, two women, we stayed at a small guest house. we were the only ones there besides the caretaker who put us upstairs because in his words &quot;even though it's paradise there are some who want to make it hell.&quot; I barricaded the door at night with a stack of patio chairs. I never feel unsafe during the day when I travel but do feel vulnerable at night in hotels. I have a dog at home. Thanks.

I suggest taking a blank journal along to record your thoughts along the way. Even if you only have a few minutes here and there, capturing the moment in writing can be rewarding. Once you get home, you can put what you have written with your photographs, and have an album unique to you and your husband. And, since this is your honeymoon, your journal will be even more important and enjoyable!

Aside from the great lists that everyone else posted - business cards! So many times I meet people in my travels and wish I had my card on me.

FILM!!-More film than you ever thought you would use--I ran out in Windsor and paid through the nose for some. Camera battery, too.<BR><BR>kitchen-sized trash bag for dirty laundry because all hotels don't provide.<BR><BR>Washcloth--hotels don't provide.<BR><BR>Cheap sunglasses--lost mine in Edinburgh and had to buy new ones. You can find them cheap enough there, but you don't want to lose your good ones.<BR><BR>Extra passport photos--if you have them, will save you time and money. We replaced a passport with just a photocopy of the original, but we had to get pics first.<BR><BR><BR>Neck or waist ouch for your passport, etc. I found one at Wal Mart yesterday for $6.00.<BR><BR>Kleenex packs--great for when you encounter empty bath-tissue holders (or that awful wax paper stuff)