Hand Luggage Packing List – Enjoy the Adventure

When you’re going away on holiday but only have hand luggage allowance it can be hard to choose what to take. This guide features a hand luggage packing list, so you won’t forget anything.

Toiletries packing list

I fly short haul regularly so I have to limit the liquids I pack. Luckily there are lots of solid toiletries that can easily replace your liquid items.

Here’s my standard toiletries packing list:

Shampoo and conditioner
Shower gel
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Moisturiser
Deodorant
Razor
Brush and hair ties
Makeup
Makeup wipes

If you swap gel or liquid eyeliner, blush and bronzer for powder then you don’t have to put this in your toiletry liquid and gel bag. Taking a palette which has bronzer, blush and eyeshadow can also save space in your bag.

Clothes

For sunny trips

Swimwear
Tops
Skirts
Shorts
Comfortable shoes & flip flops
Dress
Sunglasses

Cold trips

Raincoat
Boots/waterproof shoes
Jumpers/layers
Jeans
Long sleeve tops
Thermals
Umbrella
Gloves
Hats

If you’re going somewhere really cold wear a big jacket and layers to the airport to save room in your hand luggage.

Packing List Items For Hand Luggage

Wash Bag

This Leather wash bag is perfect for storing all your toiletries and cosmetics. Made from distressed leather this stylish and sturdy wash bag is big enough to store all your essentials. The bag size is: W23cm x D9cm x H14cm (9″ x 3.5″ x 5.5″)

Hollywood X-press Makeup Mirror

This mirror is great for getting ready, it has a light so you can ensure your make up is looking perfect. It features three different settings, warm, cool and daylight so you can change up your look if you’re getting ready to go out at night or in the daytime. Just put the mirror down on a flat surface and then you can adjust the angle. The mirror comes with a luxury plush pouch, perfect for travelling with. It also has a USB charger cable. Take a look at Modern Mirror Designs collection here.

Passport Holder

Keep your passport safe and protected with this leather passport holder. This passport holder has a unique vintage style leather, perfect for any world travellers. I like taking away a holder when travelling with other so I can easily see which passport is mine.

Tesalate Sand Free Towel

If you’re jetting off somewhere sunny then make sure you take this Tesalate sand free beach towel. This towel if perfect for two people, it’s large and once you are finished at the beach just shake the towel and all the sand will fall straight off. Normally it can be tricky to get rid of all the sand from a towel but with this one it’s super easy. The towel folds up quite small and comes with a small black bag that you can fit it in. They also have a range of stylish towel designs for one or two people.

Luggage Tag

Attach this distressed leather tag to your hand luggage and fill in your address incase your bag goes missing. The address and details are hidden under the leather strap so no one can see your personal details unless they need too. You can get this leather luggage tag personalised with your initials or a fun message. This tag would also be great to give as a gift.

Travel Notebook

This adorable pink notebook is great for jotting down where you want to visit on your travels. You can also journal about your experience, the notebook has different sections to fill in such as todays tasks and great things that happened today.

Travel Bottles

You can transfer your normal shampoo, conditioner and body wash or other liquids and gels into these bottles. These bottles are great for taking through security as they are under the 100ml limit.

Rose Gold Hard Shell Suitcase

This pretty rose gold case is perfect for taking on a short flight. It has zips and shoe pockets so it’s great for keeping all your belongings tidy. It has a 3 digit combination padlock built in so you don’t have to worry about taking a padlock with you or losing a key for it. The suitcase is sturdy and strong so will protect your belongings.

Ear Plugs

You never know how quiet your accommodation will be so it’s worth taking some ear plugs so you can try and get a goods night sleep regardless of noise.

Eye Mask

Get a great night sleep with this ultra soft eye mask as it will block out any light whether you’re in the hotel or on the plane.

What’s in your hand luggage packing list?

*Disclaimer – some of these items were gifted*