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Stay Warm -- Our Cold Weather Packing List

Cold weather may seem harder to pack for, but our cold weather packing list will give you some ideas on how to pack light even when you need heavy clothing.

As always remember to color coordinate your travel wardrobe, pack for layering, and make sure everything is comfortable.

This is what we pack for cold weather in addition to what we wear on the plane.... We wear several layers and our bulkiest shoes, so we have less to pack. Always wear the heavy or waterproof coat that you will want to take on the plane.

Bhutan trek - packing tips for cold weather

Think about where you're going and what you'll be doing. Are you traveling to cities or the countryside?




Are you trekking in the mountains?




Or cruising Antarctica? Antarctica - packing tips for cold weather







You can stay warm and still pack light with these suggestions on our cold weather packing list.





Here's where we start:

Cold Weather Packing List for Judy:
2 long sleeve blouses
1 short sleeve blouses (always take one, you just never know!)
2 pairs of slacks... jeans or wool pants depends... city streets or country hiking
1 skirt or culottes (this is optional; if it's really cold or casual add another pair of jeans or slacks)
2 pull over sweaters
2 turtle necks
1 sweater vest
sweater or blazer to wear on plane
two pairs of shoes (wear one)
underwear for about 5 - 6 days..... I do laundry as we go....
4 pairs warm socks or even tights
2 pairs sock liners for warmth
Nightgown
one pair light thermals, one pair of warm thermals.... we've into layering everything!
Warm gloves, a scarf and a hat (and maybe glove liners)
swim suit (yes, pack it... you just never know... you can even swim in Antarctica!)

Swimming in Deception Bay Antarctica



Cold Weather Packing List for Mark:
3 pairs of slacks
3 short sleeve shirts (Mark is almost never cold)
2 long sleeve shirts
1-2 turtle necks
swim suit that doubles as sleep wear
two pairs of shoes (wear one)
6 pairs socks and undies (his take longer to dry)
1 or 2 pull over sweaters
one pair light thermals, one pair of warm thermals as needed
gloves, a scarf and hat

Amenities and Necessities on Our Cold Weather Packing List:

curling iron (dual voltage so we don't need a voltage converter)
razor (dual voltage)
adaptors for those funny foreign plugs
deodorant (solid, not liquid or gel)
aspirin, antacids, cold tablets and Pepto-Bismol tablets (I used to take the liquid)
a washcloth if you can't live without one
travel alarm clock
binoculars
camera and plenty of film if you're still using it.... or memory sticks and charger
umbrella
sunglasses
toothbrush and dental floss (and a small tube or two of toothpaste... see below)
plastic bags (in case your laundry or bathing suits don't dry)
a day pack -- very useful day to day
.... and if you absolutely need more room going home... you can use this
Inflatable contour travel pillow... good on the plane
.... and to fluff up pillows that are too small in the hotels.

You can pack these if you follow the rules.....
prescribed medications
a small tube (or two) of toothpaste shampoo and rinse (pack in plastic bags to prevent spills)
small containers of cosmetics, cleansers and moisturizers
Sunscreen

You can take your medications and small amounts of liquids, creams and gels in your carry-on luggage, but remember the security rules. To see our tips, click on these links:Security Alert Packing Guide Cosmetics Packing Guide Guide to Packing Medications

If you're planning something like an adventure cruise to Antarctica, you'll probably have to take wading boots and waterproof/splash pants for those zodiac boat landing. If you are traveling with a friend as Mark and I do, try to take one suitcase on board and check the other. Always check ahead to see what is allowed onboard your carrier especially if you're traveling at a time of high security alerts.

Don't let cold weather or security alerts stop you. Use our cold weather packing list as a guide, bundle up, grab your passport and get on the road.

Happy travels... even if you don't travel the world... just remember that life is a journey... embrace and enjoy it!   Judy and Mark

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