Pack me again.

As a follow up to my post about my packing list, here’s how my items fared in this trip.

Items in normal font are the things I have used once or twice.
Items in bold are the things I have used often.
Items underlined are the things I never had the opportunity to use.
Items in italics are the things I could have done without.
Items that are bold, underlined and italized are things I’m so glad I brought.

Clothing/Accessories

• 1 pair of pants
• 1 pair of capri pants
• 2 pairs of shorts – I hardly ever used my other pair. Must bring a different short next time.
• 3 shirts
• 1 big shirt as a cover up – I also used this when going out.
• 2 tank tops – It’s hot in Thailand.
• 1 pair of socks
• Underwear
• Swimsuit
• Sarong
• Jacket – The bus and the train is cold.
• Bandana – Let’s face it. I’m not a bandana wearing person.
• Flip Flops – You can use it in the beach, in the city and in the dirty toilet.
• Towel – Of the four resort/hostel I’ve stayed in, only 1 did not provide a towel.

Toiletries

• Deodorant – Once again, it was hot in Thailand.
• Facial Wash
• Toner
• Moisturizer
• Aloe Vera Gel
• Sunscreen
• Soap/Body Wash
• Loofah
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Nail clippers
• Razor
• Mirror
• Lip Gloss/Balm
• Face Powder
• Scissors
• Detergent – Actually, I forgot to bring a detergent.
• Napkin/Panty liner – My period decided to wait until I get back to Manila to make an appearance. How considerate.
• Tissue paper
• Wet towels
• Antibacterial gel
• Toothpaste
• Toothbrush
• Contact lens case
• Extra pair of contacts
• Contact lens solution
• Comb/Hair brush

Documents

• Passport
• Tickets
• Confirmation Emails
• 2 pcs. Passport photos
• Health insurance – And I’m glad I never have to file a claim.
• Identification Cards
• Emergency Numbers
• Photocopy of all Documents

Money

• Currency
• ATM Card/Debit Card
• Credit Card

Miscellaneous Items

• Guide books – I only cracked my guidebook once, and it’s only too look at the river boat stops. I’ve been reading so much on Thailand for the past 4 months that I’ve memorized all the important imformation.
• Paperback novel – I also ended up buying 2 more. And sold the one I brought with me and one of the books I bought.
• Journal – I got lazy.
• Pen/Pencil
• Notepad – I used this to record all my expenses.
• Inflatable pillow – Never had the opportunity to use because once again, I forgot to buy one.
• Goggles
• Ziplock bags
• Sink stopper
• Bag lock – Mainly when I’m putting my bag more than 3 feet away from me.
• Flashlight
• Watch
• Laundry bag
• Eyeshade
• Ear plugs
• Shades
• Eyeglasses – Towards the end of the trip, I started to miss being four-eyed.
• Headband/Scrunchies

Travel Pack

• Backpack
• Daypack/Shoulder bag
• Shopping bag
• Extra Bag – I went shopping. Need I say more?

Gadgets

• Camera – I love cammie.
• MP3 player
• Mobile Phone
• Rechargeable batteries
• Phone Charger
• Battery Charger
• Universal adaptor plug
• Extra memory card

Medicine/First Aid

• Betadine
• Band Aids
• Cotton gauze
• Cotton balls
• Q-tips
• Paracetamol
• Loperamide – Thank God I never had to take one of these.
• Antihistamine
• Ascorbic Acid
• Ferrous Sulfate
• Bonamine
• Vicks Vaporub
• Salonpas

Not in the list:

• My trusty folding fan. – I’m so glad I brought this.
• Sewing kit