Documents
medical history documents
airline tickets or necessary information
hotel reservation documents
guidebooks and other port of call information
maps
addresses for sending postcards
list of important phone numbers

Medical & personal care
prescription drugs
crazy glue
first aid kit
bug spray
sunscreen
hand sanitizer
lotion
duct tape
pocket knife (put in checked luggage!)
ear plugs

Leaving the country?
notes on currency conversion
foreign language phrase book or dictionary
plug adaptor/converter

Personal Items
watch
phone card
glasses/contacts
glasses/contacts case & cleaner cleaner
sunglasses
journal
books/magazines
daily use backpack

Gadgets
cell phone + charger
hand-held computer + charger
laptop + charger
camera with film or memory card
extra batteries for all devices + battery charger
plug multiplier
CD player + CDs
personal alarm clock
small flashlight

Entertainment Items
playing cards
sports equipment (balls, rackets, snorkeling, etc)

Clothes Related Items
plastic/Laundry bags for separating dirty cloths
hangers (if necessary)
sewing kit and scissors (put in checked luggage!)
beach bag

Additional Items for Women
bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)
pantyhose
thongs
purse(s)
jewelry
dresses/outfits for formal outings
tank tops
capri pants

Additional Items for Men
undershirt
formal watch
tuxedo, suit, or formal attire
ties

Bathroom Items
toothbrush & toothpaste
floss
mouthwash
orthodontic items
nail clipper & tweezers
deodorant
face cleanser/moisturizer
razor and shaving cream
shampoo & conditioner
body wash or soap
shower cap
comb/brush
hair gel
hair spray (non-aerosol)
blow dryer
curling iron & curlers
make-up & make-up remover
make-up mirror & bag