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Packing List: Theme Park Extras
- blister kit: moleskin for blisters, elastic tape to go over the moleskin, scissors, bandaids
- good footwear. Some people recommend socks and sneakers, but in hot Orlando my family always wears sandals
- sunhats
- sunscreens
- lip balm
- bandana, to soak with water for a cool-down
- frozen juice packs, if you have a fridge available
- water bottle
- water spritzer/fan gadgets-- available at Orlando Walmarts for $5; or pay three times the price and get the souvenir version at the theme park of your choice
- umbrella or poncho, if thunderstorms are expected
- camera, batteries, etc., as per general packing list
- snacks
Packing List: Baby Gear Extras
- diapers--carry lots on the plane in case of delay
- diaper rash cream
- changing pad
- ziploc bag for soiled clothes
- baby wipes
- receiving blankets (lightweight, and soft)
- waterproof sheet
- car seat
- stroller
- backpack
- front-style baby carriers
- lots of clothes, even for the plane ride-- and a change of clothes for yourself on the plane, just in case
- formula, juice
- bottles, nipples, bottle caps
- sippy cup
- snacks
- pacifiers if needed
- bibs
- baby food, spoons, bowl with lid
- lots of amusements
Plane travelers with babies: remember there are restrictions on the liquids, gels, etc., you can carry with you on the place; BUT there are also exceptions to the rules for baby formula, baby food, medications -- see more about what you can bring on the plane.
Last But Not Least: Clothes
Some travel experts recommend "traveling light", and that's great advice; I just don't find it applies much to travel with kids. I prefer to bring enough clothes that we never waste time doing laundry. But the choice is yours!
Packing List - Clothes for Kids
- two swimsuits per person (-it's icky putting on a wet suit)
- lots of t-shirts or other tops (including a few oldies that can be thrown away, reducing the need to do laundry)
- for boys, pants than become shorts when the bottom part of the leg is zipped off
- fleece vests or jackets for colder weather
- waterproof jacket if needed
- sleepwear
- underwear
- socks
- extra shoes
Clothes for Grownups
Of course everybody's different -- very different-- regarding the amount of clothes they think they need. Here are just a few tips:
- pick two colors, and coordinate around them
- don't forget belts, scarves, other accessories
- two swimsuits are nice for grownups too
- washable silks are the lightest, most convenient fabric for hot climates: shirts weigh nothing, can be washed in the sink, and dry in a few hours
- avoid heavy slow-drying pants like jeans
- check out Tilley Endurables travel clothes: they last forever, dry overnight, never wrinkle, have secret pockets, and look pretty stylish too
- even in a hot climate, bring a jacket or sweater: air-conditioning can get cold.
Now that you're all packed, try to remember: this is a vacation!
- more vacation packing list resources -camping, car trips, skiing.
