Packing List (by Liz of NJ aruba Lover)

[Andrea J.]

scroll down to 4th post for Liz's updated PDF version

Click on the link she provides :-)



a couple of years ago, our friend and moderator, liz made a check list/packing list!
she worked long and hard on this list.

she does have it in PDF format and maybe she can post the link for it.

PM Liz for the PDF version.


(this list is Liz's.......and the ATA and this Community Forum do not claim ownership......................liz gets full credit :-) )

VACATION CHECK-OFF LIST

TICKETS / ID / DOCUMENTS:
[ ] Plane Tickets
[ ] Passport (required after Dec. 31, 2006)
[ ] Visa
[ ] Drivers License for Car Rental
[ ] Notarized letter by both parents if taking another person’s child
[ ] Child Medical Records
[ ] Case for Passport/Travel Documents
[ ] Security Money Belt/Pouch:
- http://www.magellans.com/store/Comfo...tsSV603R?Args=
- www.easygoing.com/exp.html
- http://securitymatters.about.com/gi/...ories.c om%2F

MEDICAL INFORMATION:
[ ] Medical/Dental Insurance Cards
[ ] Doctor/Dentist/Pharmacy Phone #’s

CONFIRMATIONS #’S / PHONE NUMBERS:
[ ] Airline
[ ] Car Rental
[ ] Hotel
[ ] Dinner Reservations
[ ] Water Tours
[ ] Land Tours
[ ] Morning/Afternoon/Dinner Cruise
Other:
[ ] __________________________

CREDIT CARDS:
[ ] List of Credit Card account #’s & Phones #’s in case of stolen/loss.

Make 2 copies of above information. Keep separated in case one set gets lost.

THINGS TO DO:
[ ] Inform Credit Card Companies of vacation dates
[ ] Pay Bills
[ ] Arrange Pet Care
[ ] Post Office/Neighbor to hold mail
[ ] Stamps for Postcards - $.75 postage from Aruba
[ ] Library - Books/Audio Books/DVD Movies/CD’s
[ ] Adjust Thermostat
[ ] Set Timer (one/off times) for house lights
[ ] School Assignments from Teachers
[ ] Confirm Flight Schedule

Other Things To Do:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

MONEY:
[ ] Credit Cards
[ ] ATM/Debit Card
[ ] Travelers Checks
[ ] Cash (lot's of $1’s & $5’s for tips)

AIRPLANE:
[ ] Motion Sickness Pills/Patch
[ ] Medications
[ ] Airborne Tablets (take before flying)
[ ] Travel Pillow
[ ] Ear Plugs
[ ] Eye Mask
[ ] Headphones
[ ] Bottled Water
[ ] Juice
[ ] Soda
[ ] Energy Bars
[ ] Fruit
[ ] Chips
[ ] Snacks
[ ] Mints
[ ] Gum
[ ] Candy
[ ] Lozenges
[ ] Tissues
[ ] Hand Sanitizer Wipes
[ ] Altoids/Listerine Pocket Packs
[ ] Reading Material
[ ] Pen/Notepad

Other Airplane Items:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

VACATION FRIENDS / PERSONNEL:
[ ] Gifts for Maid/Personnel
[ ] Tip Envelopes/Thank You Notes
[ ] Contact Info: Friends in Aruba

HONEYMOONERS:
[ ] Documents with old and new name change
[ ] Scented Candles
[ ] Massage Oils
[ ] Make Appointment for couples Massage
[ ] Inform Resort of Honeymoon. Hotel may give complimentary Fruit Basket, Flowers or Champagne.

CLOTHES: Pack in Dry Cleaner Bags, Tissue or Vacuum Space Saving Bags
[ ] Shorts
[ ] Tank Tops
[ ] Polo Shirts
[ ] Capri’s
[ ] Woman/Girl Sun Dress
[ ] Special Dinner Outfit
[ ] Sweater/Light Jacket
[ ] Underwear
[ ] P.J.’s/Nightie
[ ] Bath Robe
[ ] Slippers
[ ] Sandals
[ ] Sneakers
[ ] Socks
[ ] Flip Flops
[ ] Beach/Shower Shoes
[ ] Swim Suits
[ ] Beach Cover-Up
MISC:
[ ] Purse
[ ] Earrings
[ ] Jewelry
[ ] Fanny Pack

Other Clothing Items:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

MEDICINE & MEDICAL SUPPLIES:
[ ] Blood Pressure Monitor
Diabetes:
[ ] Insulin
[ ] Needles
[ ] Test Strips
[ ] Monitoring Kit
[ ] Alcohol Wipes/Swabs
[ ] Cooler Pack

List Medications (keep in original containers):
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

MEDICINE KIT:
[ ] Vitamins
[ ] Aspirin/Tylenol
[ ] Pepto Bismol
[ ] Tums
[ ] Midol/Motrin
[ ] Benadryl
[ ] Eye Drops
[ ] Nasal Spray
[ ] Antacid
[ ] Cough Drops
[ ] Band Aids
[ ] Cough/Cold Medicine
[ ] Thermometer
[ ] Antibiotic Ointment
[ ] Allergy Medicine
[ ] Ibuprofen
[ ] Anti-Diarrhea Remedy (Immodium)
[ ] Contact Lens Case/Solution

Other Medicine Kit Items:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

TOILETRIES: Pack in ziplock bags

Mouth:
[ ] Toothbrush
[ ] Toothpaste
[ ] Mouthwash
[ ] Dental Floss
[ ] Denture Care
Shower:
[ ] Shampoo
[ ] Conditioner
[ ] Bath/Face Soaps
[ ] Bubble Bath
[ ] Shower Cap
[ ] Bath Sponge/Loofah
[ ] Bath Powder
[ ] Foot Powder
Hair:
[ ] Hair Dryer
[ ] Curling Iron
[ ] Brush
[ ] Comb
[ ] Hair Spray
[ ] Hair Gel/Mousse
[ ] Anti-Frizz/Hair Straightener
[ ] Hair Clips/Pins/Bands/Scrunchi
Face/Body:
[ ] Deodorant
[ ] Body Lotion
[ ] Night Cream
[ ] Face Moisture Lotion
[ ] Hand Cream
[ ] Eye Cream
[ ] Lipstick
[ ] Lip Gloss
[ ] Compact Mirror
[ ] Makeup
[ ] Make-up Remover
[ ] Facial Cleaner
[ ] Toner
[ ] Blemish Cream
[ ] Perfume
[ ] Men’s Cologne
[ ] Razor/Blades
[ ] Shaving Cream
[ ] Feminine Hygiene Items
[ ] Men’s Personal Items
MISC:
[ ] Q-Tips
[ ] Tissues
[ ] Handi Wipes
[ ] Anti-Bacterial Hand Sanitizer
[ ] Tweezers
[ ] Nail File
[ ] Nail Clipper
[ ] Nail Polish/Remover
[ ] Nail Repair Kit
[ ] Mini Scissors
[ ] Sewing Kit
[ ] Eyeglass Repair Kit
[ ] Eyeglass Cleaner
[ ] Bath Brush (Nylon Net or Sponge) with long handle (great for applying sun lotions to back)

Other Toiletries:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

BEACH/SUN: Pack lotions in ziplock bags
[ ] Sunglasses
[ ] Sun Block
[ ] Lip Balm
[ ] Tanning Lotion
[ ] After Sun Lotion
[ ] Aloe Cooling Gel for Sunburn
[ ] Zinc Oxide
[ ] Soft Sided Cooler
[ ] Insulated Huggies for cans
[ ] Snorkel Gear
[ ] Carry-All Bag
[ ] Plastic/Ziplock Bags (wet items)
[ ] Beach Towels
[ ] Sun Hat/Visor
[ ] Thing-a-Majig: Plastic Waterproof Cylinder on rope. Hangs around neck. Holds keys, $, coins
[ ] Beach Chair Cover: http://www.abcdistributing.com/store...x=5&t=13&cart=
[ ] Pickup Little Switzerland Bag at Airport (coupons & carry-all bag)

Other Beach Items:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

SPORTS:
[ ] Spa/Exercise Outfit
[ ] Tennis Clothes/Equipment
[ ] Golf Clothes/Equipment
Other:
[ ] __________________________

KID PACKING LIST:
[ ] School Assignments
[ ] Toys
[ ] Doll
[ ] Small Ball
[ ] Books
[ ] Games
[ ] Puzzle
[ ] Hand Held Electronic Games
[ ] Coloring Book/Crayons
[ ] Drawing Pad
[ ] Colored Markers
[ ] Play Dough
[ ] Water Arm Swimmies
[ ] Inflatable Tube
[ ] Bag of Favorite Snacks/Cereals

Additional Kids Items:
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________
[ ] __________________________

MEMORIES:
[ ] Camera
[ ] Underwater Camera
[ ] Camcorder
[ ] Memory Card
[ ] Film [ ] Batteries
[ ] Battery Recharger
[ ] Power Cords

READING MATERIALS:
[ ] Reading Glasses
[ ] Contact Lens
[ ] Books/Magazines
[ ] Guide Books
[ ] Maps

KEEP IN TOUCH:
[ ] Note Pad and
[ ] Pen/Pencil for Trip Report
[ ] Address Book

ELECTRONICS:
[ ] Cell Phone
[ ] I-POD/Walkman
[ ] Audio Books
[ ] Portable DVD Player
[ ] DVD Movies & CD’s
[ ] Batteries
[ ] Power Cords

WORK:
[ ] Laptop
[ ] Back-up Disks
[ ] Files
[ ] Palm Pilot/Blackberry
[ ] Power Strip
[ ] Calendar
[ ] Notepad
[ ] Pen & Pencils
[ ] Business Address/Phone Book
[ ] Pocket Calculator
[ ] Cassette Recorder

MISC:
[ ] Laundry Detergent
[ ] Fabric Softener Sheets
[ ] Laundry Bag
[ ] Stain Removal Wipes
[ ] Bug Spray
[ ] Disinfectant Wipes
[ ] Matches/Lighter
[ ] Suction Cups to Dry Bathing Suits on Patio Door
[ ] Small Flashlight/Reading Light
[ ] Room Sanitizer/Odor Spray
[ ] Wine Corkscrew
[ ] Beer/Soda Can Opener
[ ] Travel Beverage Mug
[ ] Casino Rewards Program Playing Cards

GROCERY LIST:
Food:
[ ] Milk
[ ] Eggs (or substitute)
[ ] Butter/Margarine
[ ] Breakfast Meats (Bacon/Sausage)
[ ] Salad Fixings
[ ] Tomatos
[ ] Vegetables
[ ] Fresh Fruit
[ ] Bread/Rolls
[ ] Cereal
[ ] Cold Cut Meats
[ ] Cheese
[ ] Hamburgers/Hot Dogs/Buns
[ ] Steak/Chicken/Fish
[ ] Pasta/Sauce
[ ] Condiments (Mustard, Mayo, Ketchup, Relish, Steak Sauce)
[ ] Salad Dressing
[ ] Ice Cream
[ ] Cake/Pie/Cookies
[ ] Cheese & Crackers
[ ] Chips/Snacks
Drinks:
[ ] Juice
[ ] Soda
[ ] Powdered Drinks (Crystal Light)
[ ] Coffee/Tea
Misc:
[ ] Coffee Filters
[ ] Sugar/Sweetener Packs
[ ] Salt/Pepper
[ ] Cooking Spray
[ ] Grill Matches
[ ] Foil for B-B-Q
[ ] Paper Towels
[ ] Paper Napkins
[ ] Plastic Dishes/Cutlery for B-B-Q
[ ] Dish Detergent/Sponge/Scrubby/Brillo Pad
[ ] Various sizes Ziploc Bags
Liquor:
[ ] Whiskey, Gin, Vodka, Tequila, Cordials
[ ] Beer
[ ] Wine/Wine Coolers
[ ] Drink Mixes

OTHER ITEMS:
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________
[ ] ______________________________

[cindyo]

What an unbelievable list, thanks for posting. No, I shouldn't say unbelievable, I should say FANTASTIC...........
What name does liz go under so I can see if she can PM.

Thanks again for posting andrea!!

[Liz - Aruba Lover]

The list is way, way, much longer now Andrea. LOL.

I'll post the list in PDF format.

[Liz - Aruba Lover]

Here's the updated list (4 pages). Can you imagine bringing all this stuff.

Updated Sept.23, 2010

VACATION ARRANGEMENTS & PACKING LIST


Here's a Travel Info & Emergeny Contact form that you can download to your document folder on your computer. It can then be filled out online and printed.

TRAVEL INFO & EMERGENCY CONTACTS

[cindyo]

Liz,I'v ccopied it and forwarded it to the 25 people we travel with. They too will LOVE it.
many thanks, cindy

[WhiteShark]

This is an excellent usefull tool.
In the case you are traveling back home from Aruba with too many luggage or items you bought here on the island and you are affraid of the high charges you'll have to pay on overweight luggage or too many luggages, here's also a solution or alternative:

Amerijet Cargo Airline has a special service called SPS (Small Package Service). Their services going out of Aruba include Miami, New York, Caribbean, Central & South America.

Of what I understood was that they have the main office at the Airport Cargo Building, but they also have an office downtown at the floor under Cooks Restaurant. I saw it their while visiting Cooks Restaurant and then I went back for inquiries on their services the next day. Because sometimes we buy a little more than what is permitted on the airline going back and therefore were paying a hefty price for it.

[Arubalisa]

Originally Posted by WhiteShark

This is an excellent usefull tool.
In the case you are traveling back home from Aruba with too many luggage or items you bought here on the island and you are affraid of the high charges you'll have to pay on overweight luggage or too many luggages, here's also a solution or alternative:

Another solution:
http://www.magellans.com/store/Packing_Aids___Packing_OrganizersKT689?Args=

[cindyo]

This item saved our "lives" on the way home in April. We had to shift clothes from one suitcase to another to keep each under 50 lbs. Great idea to post the picture Lisa!

[WhiteShark]

Originally Posted by Arubalisa

Another solution:
http://www.magellans.com/store/Packing_Aids___Packing_OrganizersKT689?Args=

Yes, this is a great tool and we have one too. But even with it we do go over the airline limit at times and this cargo airline provides us a solution. It is cheaper than using an express service like Fedex, DHL or UPS and also cheaper than paying the airline for overweight or extra luggage.

[qlaval]

Originally Posted by Arubalisa

Another solution:
http://www.magellans.com/store/Packing_Aids___Packing_OrganizersKT689?Args=

Yep me too. Purchased one on eBay for $8.95 a few weeks ago...