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The ultimate honeymoon packing list

The ultimate honeymoon packing list


Alison Hargreaves
Alison Hargreaves Updated:
29th of July 2022

No matter where you're jetting off on honeymoon, you'll need to pack! If you're too exhausted from wedding planning to even think about packing, but you're headed off right after the big day, here's a handy list to help you pack for any trip. We've listed clothes for seven days, so tweak as necessary!

Hand luggage

  • Passport 
  • Plane tickets or confirmation email printout
  • Any visas you need
  • Hotel reservation printout
  • Credit cards suitable for use abroad
  • Cash, both in GBP and your chosen currency
  • Driver's license
  • Details of your travel insurance
  • Headphones
  • Phone charger
  • Books, magazines or Kindle
  • Prescription medicine
  • Contact lenses/glasses
  • Miniature toiletries: toothpaste, dry shampoo, face wipes, hand sanitiser etc
  • Change of underwear and/or clothing
  • A scarf in case the plane gets cold
  • Flip flops or slippers
  • Sunglasses
  • Adapter plugs
  • Hairbrush

Toiletries

  • Suncream (both for face and body)
  • Aftersun
  • Insect repellent
  • Lipbalm
  • First aid kit: plasters, painkillers, antihistamines, diarrhoea medicine
  • Tampons/pads if needed
  • Makeup
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Hairbands
  • Face wash, toner and moisturiser
  • Make-up remover or face wipes
  • Body lotion 
  • Hand cream
  • Body wash
  • Deodorant
  • Perfume
  • Hairspray
  • Dry shampoo
  • Toothpaste, toothbrush and mouthwash
  • Tweezers
  • Nail file and/or nail scissors
  • Razors

Beach honeymoon
Beach honeymoon

  • Socks, underwear, and bras (take convertible bras that can be altered for strapless or halter necklines)
  • Pair of jeans or light trousers
  • 1 or 2 pairs of shorts or skirts
  • 3 casual shirts (t-shirts, vest tops, etc.)
  • 1 or 2 sundresses for the day
  • A light jacket
  • A cocktail dress for evening meals
  • A cardigan or wrap
  • A pair of walking shoes or comfortable sandals for excursions
  • A pair of flip-flops for the pool
  • A pair evening shoes or dressy sandals
  • An evening clutch bag
  • 2 or 3 bikinis or swimsuits
  • A beach cover-up like a kaftan, loose shirt or sarong
  • A beach tote bag (you can use this for your hand luggage too!)
  • A hat
  • PJs
  • Honeymoon lingerie 
  • Jewellery

City honeymoon
City honeymoon

  • Socks, underwear, and bras 
  • Two pairs of jeans or trousers
  • 3 or 4 t-shirts or vest tops for sunny weather or layering
  • 1 or 2 lightweight shirts or blouses
  • A nice evening dress
  • A cardigan or wrap
  • A light raincoat or trench coat
  • A pair of comfortable walking shoes
  • A pair of heels for evening meals
  • A zip-up cross-body bag
  • A clutch or evening bag
  • 1 swimsuit or bikini
  • Mini umbrella
  • Shopper bag
  • Guidebooks
  • Honeymoon lingerie
  • Jewellery

Winter honeymoon
Winter honeymoon

  • Socks, underwear, and bras 
  • A pair of jeans
  • 2 pairs of warm leggings
  • 3 t-shirts or vest tops for layering
  • 3 or 4 turtlenecks or long-sleeved shirts
  • 2 sweatshirts or fleeces
  • Thermal base layers/underwear
  • A long-sleeved dress for evening meals
  • A cardigan
  • A waterproof winter jacket
  • A pair of winter boots
  • A pair of fancy boots appropriate for evening
  • A smaller bag for evening
  • A swimsuit or bikini for the hot tub
  • Sunglasses
  • A warm hat, scarf and gloves 
  • Warm PJs
  • Honeymoon lingerie
  • Jewellery
  • If skiing: googles, neck warmers, ski socks, ski trousers and jacket

Top tip: If you're leaving for your honeymoon right after your wedding, why not pre-pack your bag and bring it to the hotel to save you the journey? 

Still looking for your dream honeymoon destination? Find your local honeymoon travel agent here!

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Alison Hargreaves

Alison is the founder of Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings. She has extensive knowledge of the most popular wedding and honeymoon destinations in the UK and overseas as well as researching, visiting and experiencing many unique locations for couples looking for something really different, from iconic cruise ships and train journeys to remote eco safari lodges.

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