Essentials to Pack for a Long Weekend Away

Heading off to somewhere new for a couple of days is always fun, but even if you are not going to be away from home for long it can still be difficult to remember everything that you need to take with you.

Here we look at essentials to pack for a long weekend away which you can use the next time you are going on a short break.

 

Clothes

One of the best ways to choose which clothes to pack for a long weekend away is to check the weather forecast for where you are going so that you can dress accordingly. Taking layers is usually a safe option as then you don’t need to worry about the temperature, and even if it looks like it will be sunny we advise packing a light raincoat just in case.

Before you pack your clothes you should also consider any activities you plan to do while you are away to ensure that you have suitable clothing for these things too.

 

Toiletries

It may be that where you are staying during your long weekend away will have some of the toiletries you need, but taking your own will mean that you will definitely have everything that you would usually use at home.

Things you should grab from the bathroom when packing include shampoo and conditioner, shower gel, toothbrush and toothpaste, a hairbrush, and deodorant. If you wear make-up you should also remember to take the bits that you need, plus make-up remover too.

 

Essential items

Money, ID, your bank card, mobile phone, and charger are all things which you really cannot forget to pack for your short break. You may also find is useful to write down the address of where you are staying so you will be able to find your way back even if your phone runs out of battery.

 

There are some additional helpful items which may help you while you are enjoying your break, including a sat nav, map, guide book, and a phrase book if you are heading abroad for a long weekend.

 

We hope that this helps you to remember which essentials to pack for a long weekend away, and that you enjoy your trip.