What We’ll Cover  Determine your needs  Make a list  Pick your luggage  Pack

Determine your needs  Use an agenda Ask for clarification if you need it  Ask someone who has attended  The basics Where, when, and how long

Make a List  Use a list  Divide into sections

Make a List  Business attire, i.e. suit, shirts, etc.  Smart casual or formal evening wear for dining out  Comfortable casual wear for "free time"  Sportswear (if managing to fit in time for exercise), e.g. gym wear, running clothes  Appropriate outerwear  Something to sleep in  Underwear and socks / pantyhose  Good shoes for all occasion  Hats or caps  Gloves or mittens  Raincoat  Umbrella  Sunglasses  Belt  Ties  Watch  Jewelry  Other accessories (as appropriate)  Example of Clothing and Accessories

Make a List  Your preferred toiletries (i.e. shampoo, toothbrush, deodorant, etc.)  Hair dryer (likely to be available if staying in business hotel)  Comb or brush  Small mirror  Shaving equipment (if applicable)  Nail file, clippers, tweezers  Cotton swabs  Feminine hygiene products (if applicable)  Antibacterial hand wipes  Sunscreen lotion  Small first aid kit  Insect repellent (if applicable)  Malaria tablets (if travelling in malaria infested area)  Prescription and OTC medicines (if applicable)  Glasses/contact lenses (if applicable)  Example of Toiletries and Health

Make a List  Mobile phone and charger  Laptop or iPad and charger  Plug adaptor and converter (if different electrical standard)  Extension cord  Laptop accessories kit, that include USB hub, numeric-entry keypad, mouse, USB adaptor and other items  Alarm clock (you could also use your cell phone)  eBook reader  iPod or CD player with headphones to listen to music  Digital camera with extra memory card and battery charger (if applicable)  Mini speakers to listen to music  Example of Electronics and Gadgets

Make a List  Travel tickets and booking confirmations  Your business travel itinerary  Passport and visa (if applicable)  Medical insurance card  Business cards  Driver’s license (if doing any driving)  Maps and directions  Frequent flyer card  Travel money and payment cards (debit/credit /prepaid currency cards)  Money belt or wallet  Photocopy of all travel documents  Copy of doctor's prescriptions (if applicable)  Medical history/list of all medicines you are taking (if applicable)  Emergency contact information  Marketing materials  OCES nametag  Example of Meeting or Travel Related

Make a List  Swimsuit  Camera  Extra money for souvenirs  Beach/activity bag  Medical history/list of all medicines you are taking (if applicable)  Emergency contact information  Maps of places you wish to visit  Trip-specific fun items (i.e. mickey ears)  Attraction tickets  Sunscreen  Sunglasses  Packing for Pleasure Travel

Pick Your Luggage  Checked vs carry-on How long is the stay ? How much time before the meeting? Cost  What your luggage says..

Pack How to Roll vs. Fold Pare down Protect your valuables Double check Use your list

This module was developed by Krista Anderson - May 2013 Contact her for more assistance at or Alternatively, you can contact Joyce Martin at or Sources: entrepreneur.com, top-travel-tips.com, usnews.com, and fodor’s.com