What and how do I pack for a cross country road trip?

Question

I will be going on a cross country road trip, with a friend, for about 9 days. Then I have to fly back. But I have no clue as to what I should be bringing and how to pack for it. Normally, I go with the "just incase" factor and bring everything from the curling irons to the makeup and the different pairs of jeans, (shorts, capris, long, etc.), all the way down to the running shoe and the dress shoes. Granted I probably won't be dressing up at all on the trip...but "JUST INCASE!!" See what I mean?!!! Any tips and maybe even some kind of checklist, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Answer 1

Here are a few ideas on how to pack for a 7-day vacation in July

Each person should only pack what they need. Most children over the age of 4 should be able to easily carry or pull on rollers, their personal stuff from the car to the hotel room, cabin or tent in 1 trip from the car. If you can’t, then you’ve packed too much!

1. Each person (kids over 4 included) gets their own toiletry bag. Don’t make mom responsible for everyone.

2. Pack enough summer clothes for 3 days plus a pair of long pants and nice shirt.

3. While at the pool, do the laundry

4. Toiletries - pack a tooth brush, tooth paste, comb or hair brush, soap etc for each person. Blow dryers etc... maybe.

5. Pajamas: No girlie or tacky sleepwear - bring something that can substitute for a pair of shorts or a shirt just in case of a clothing disaster.

6. Bring 2-pairs of shoes: walking shoes and sandals

7. Bring a Windbreaker of some sort.

8. Sweatshirts or Polar fleece jackets – If you are going to buy souvenirs, buy a sweatshirt or jacket. It’s a useful souvenir and the memory will last until it’s worn out or out grown.

9. Pack the swimsuits and towels separately. You’ll probably want to use them as soon as you get to the destination.

Answer 2

Flying back is going to cost you on the luggage.In this case try going survivalists only what you absolutely need.Also you may not have room for several pieces of luggage.You know about fashion only take things that can be paired different ways that way you have something to wear but with a different look with few pieces.Same with shoes.And all other accessories.I go camping alot,I take a backpact,all I take is what will fit in it and I have never needed all of it yet,even when I go 10 days at atime.It is up to you of course,but you did ask.Enjoy your trip I am sure it will be fun.

Answer 3

lol leave out the fancy stuff and youll be fine!