Every time we go on a family vacation, I make a packing list for my teenage girls. It is always customized to the trip I have planned but more often than not the same items appear over and over again. I finally decided to create a master packing list for teenage girls that we could use for all of our trips as a starting point. Even though I don’t have sons, it was only fair for me to also create a packing list for teenage boys! I’ve shared all my best mom tips for what a teenager needs to pack for a family trip whether you’re going in the summer or winter or heading to the beach. If you’re staying in a hotel, you’ll definitely want to check out my list of what to pack for a hotel here. Don’t miss both of the printable packing lists for teenage girls and teen boys at the bottom! Then you’ll need to consider the season and destination to be sure you’ll have everything you need. But the basic list of items that every teen should remember to bring includes: Some items like jeans or khaki pants can be worn more than once but consider how dirty your planned activities might be. It is better to be prepared with at least one change of those core items just in case. Also consider whether you will be needing to dress in something different in the evening during the day. Do you plan to go out to a nice restaurant? You may need a couple extra changes of clothes so you can switch from a t-shirt and shorts to a nicer pair of pants and a collared shirt or a dress. No matter when or where you are going, always pack a jacket, sweater, or hoodie. Even in hot locations, air conditioning can get quite chilly. Plan for at least one pair of casual shoes for walking and one pair of presentable shoes for a nicer restaurant. Pack one pair of pajamas or a night gown for every 4 days you’ll be gone. You might also want a small pair of travel slippers or flip flops for wearing in the hotel room.
Toothbrush and Toothpaste, Floss Deodorant Face Wash/Cleanser Acne Cream as Needed Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling Products: Hotels often have these but you may prefer travel sizes of your own Razor and Shaving Cream Body Wash or Soap Lotion Feminine Care Products: Even if you don’t expect your period on your trip, travel can throw your cycle out of whack. Always be prepared Contacts and Contact Solution if needed Make-up and Make-up Remover/Cleanser Lip Balm or Chapstick Nail File or Clippers Hair Ties or Headbands Comb and/or Brush Hair Dryer and/or Curling Iron: Most hotels will have a hair dryer but if you need a curling iron you’ll want to pack your own Perfume, Body Spray, Cologne if you use them Travel Sized Hand Sanitizer for your bag Your Retainer or Orthodontic Care Items: rubber bands, wax, special flosser tools, etc.
And if your teen is flying, you may be particularly interested in these solid toiletries for travel.
Warm Hat, Gloves, Scarf Winter Jacket Extra Sweaters, Hoodies, or Layers Thick Socks Boots
Shorts and Tank Tops or Extra T-shirts in case you get super sweaty. For tropical destinations, our family takes 2 tops per day so you have a fresh top to change into for dinner at night. Sandals Swimsuit, A Cover-Up (to be worn between your hotel room and the pool or ocean, required by almost every hotel), Waterproof sandals Extra Sunblock and Aloe Vera for burns
Shorts and Tank Tops or Extra T-shirts in case you get super sweaty. For tropical destinations, our family takes 2 tops per day so you have a fresh top to change into for dinner at night. Sandals At least 1 Swimsuit but a few extras are ok, a Cover-Up (to be worn between your hotel room and the beach, required by almost every hotel), Waterproof sandals Extra Sunblock and Aloe Vera for burns Baby Powder to help remove sand from your skin A Sun Hat
You can print your copy here. You can print your copy here.
