What to pack forPuerto Rico
in September
88° / 77°F
22 days of rain. Sunset around 6:25pm.
Typical September, from ten years of weather
22 days
of rain
6:25pm
sunset
Type A/B
plugs
0 of 65 packed
Before you go
None of these fit in a bag. Sort them first and the packing gets easy.
Some cash in local currency
Cards fail more often than you'd think. Carry USD for markets and taxis.
Vaccinations / travel clinic
CDC lists Hepatitis A, Typhoid for Puerto Rico. Talk to a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks out.
Copies of your documents
Photograph your passport, cards, and insurance. Email them to yourself. Ten seconds now saves a very bad afternoon.
Travel insurance
Most home health plans stop at the border. A quote takes two minutes.
eSIM
An eSIM works the moment the phone is switched on in Puerto Rico, with no SIM counter to find.
The essentials
Tick the box when it is in the bag
Rain shell (hardshell jacket)
22 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.
22 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Fineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's$123 at Backcountry.comFineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women's$123 was $189Shop at Backcountry.com
Storm Splitter Rain Shell$135 at Howler BrothersStorm Splitter Rain Shell$135Shop at Howler Brothers
Quechua Women’s NH500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket$50 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women’s NH500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket, women's$50 was $69.99Shop at Decathlon America
Quechua Men's Raincut Fullzip Waterproof Rain Jacket$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Men's Raincut Fullzip Waterproof Rain Jacket$15 was $29.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSunscreen SPF 50
UV index of 9.3 burns skin in minutes without protection.
UV index of 9.3 burns skin in minutes without protection. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Badger SPF 50 Daily Mineral Sunscreen$24.95 at REIBadger SPF 50 Daily Mineral Sunscreen$24.95Shop at REI
Project Reef SPF 50 Sunscreen$26 at REIProject Reef SPF 50 Sunscreen$26Shop at REI
Thinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95 at REIThinksport Clear Zinc Active Face SPF 50 Sunscreen$15.95Shop at REI
Badger SPF 50 Adventure Sport Mineral Sunscreen - 2.4 oz. Tin$18.95 at REIBadger SPF 50 Adventure Sport Mineral Sunscreen - 2.4 oz. Tin$18.95Shop at REIReef-safe sunscreen
Some islands fine you for the regular stuff.
Some islands fine you for the regular stuff. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40$18.95 at REIBadger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream - SPF 40$18.95Shop at REI
Badger Daily SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen$24.95 at REIBadger Daily SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen$24.95Shop at REI
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Spray$13.93 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Spray$13.93 was $20.50Shop at REI
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Stick$14.50 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Face Stick$14.50Shop at REIPolarized sunglasses
Glare off water and sand strains eyes without polarization.
Glare off water and sand strains eyes without polarization. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38 at Backcountry.comPremiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 at REIKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Orange Rose$25.93 was $38Shop at REI
Knockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Premiums Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38Shop at Backcountry.com
Knockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38 at Backcountry.comKnockaround Fast Lanes Sport Polarized Sunglasses Desert$38Shop at Backcountry.comDEET or picaridin repellent
Tropical island in September brings mosquitoes that carry dengue.
Tropical island in September brings mosquitoes that carry dengue. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95 at REISawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion$10.95Shop at REI
Adventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 at Backcountry.comAdventure Medical Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent Pump$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Ben's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 at Backcountry.comBen's 30 Deet Tick & Insect Repellent$1.92 was $2.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Ben's Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95 at REIBen's Insect Repellent Wipes - 30 Percent DEET$7.95Shop at REITravel first aid kit
Cuts from coral and sea urchins need immediate care.
Cuts from coral and sea urchins need immediate care. Don't have one? Check these out.
Filter water bottle
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickGrayl GeoPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle$99.95 at REIGrayl GeoPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle$99.95Shop at REI
Go Series Water Filter 22oz Bottle$44.95 at Backcountry.comGo Series Water Filter 22oz Bottle$44.95Shop at Backcountry.com
LifeStraw Go Series BPA-Free Water Filter Bottle$44.95 at REILifeStraw Go Series BPA-Free Water Filter Bottle$44.95Shop at REI
Grayl UltraPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle$89.95 at REIGrayl UltraPress Water Filter and Purifier Bottle$89.95Shop at REIPower bank 10k–20k mAh
Twelve hours of daylight and constant phone use drain batteries by afternoon.
Twelve hours of daylight and constant phone use drain batteries by afternoon. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
BioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95 at REIBioLite Charge 80 PD Power Bank$99.95Shop at REI
Anker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80 at REIAnker MagGo Power Bank (10,000 mAh, Slim)$80Shop at REI
Goal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120 at REIGoal Zero Venture 75 Power Bank$120Shop at REI
Anker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40 at REIAnker Power Bank (30W, Fusion, Built-In USB-C Cable)$40Shop at REICarry-on backpack (35–45L)
Fits overhead on regional Caribbean carriers and avoids the checked-bag risk.
Fits overhead on regional Caribbean carriers and avoids the checked-bag risk. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price at MatadorMatador 45L Global Travel PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador SEG 45See price at MatadorMatador SEG 45See price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Go Carry-On 44L Backpack$180 at Backcountry.comGo Carry-On 44L Backpack$180Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Archeon 30L Backpack$132 was $265Shop at Backcountry.comDaypack (15–25L)
Day trips to snorkel sites and rain hikes need a separate bag.
Day trips to snorkel sites and rain hikes need a separate bag. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Consuelo 22L Daypack$120 at CotopaxiConsuelo 22L Daypack$120Shop at Cotopaxi
Osprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Botanica$65.97 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Arcane Large 20L Daypack Botanica$65.97 was $110Shop at Backcountry.com
Elqui 24L Daypack$70 at CotopaxiElqui 24L Daypack$70 was $100Shop at Cotopaxi
Arcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 at Backcountry.comArcane Large 20L Daypack$65.97 was $110Shop at Backcountry.comCarry-on suitcase (hard shell)
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely.
Fits the overhead on every airline that matters. Skip the checked-bag line entirely. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Dry bags
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks.
For the passport, the chargers, and the one dry pair of socks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Tuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95 at Backcountry.comTuff Sack 5-55L Dry Bag$79.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 at REIOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 was $45Shop at REI
Osprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 was $65Shop at Backcountry.com
Race Dry Bag - Double Roll$43.99 at Backcountry.comRace Dry Bag - Double Roll$43.99Shop at Backcountry.comLinen or lightweight shirts
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F.
Anything heavier than linen is a mistake at 88°F. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Solta Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$59.50 at CotopaxiSolta Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$59.50 was $85Shop at Cotopaxi
Sumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 at CotopaxiSumaco Long-Sleeve Shirt - Women's$47.50 was $95Shop at Cotopaxi
Sombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 at CotopaxiSombra Long-Sleeve Sun Shirt - Women's$45.50 was $65Shop at CotopaxiMoisture-wicking t-shirts
Heat and 81% humidity make sweat constant; fibers that dry fast prevent chafing.
Heat and 81% humidity make sweat constant; fibers that dry fast prevent chafing. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Simond Women’s MT500 Merino Wool T-Shirt$35 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Women’s MT500 Merino Wool T-Shirt, women's$35 was $54.99Shop at Decathlon America
Simond Men's Merino Resist Long-Sleeve T-Shirt$45 at Decathlon AmericaSimond Men's Merino Resist Long-Sleeve T-Shirt$45 was $69.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
UV hits 9.3 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour.
UV hits 9.3 here. Long sleeves beat reapplying sunscreen every hour. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
La Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 at Backcountry.comLa Sportiva Cloud Shadow Sun Hoodie - Women's$66.50 was $95Shop at Backcountry.com
Topo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 at Backcountry.comTopo Designs Sun Hoodie - Women's$74.25 was $99Shop at Backcountry.com
Sombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$37.50 at CotopaxiSombra Sun Hoodie - Women's$37.50 was $75Shop at Cotopaxi
Royal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120 at Backcountry.comRoyal Robbins Salathe Sun Long-Sleeve Hoodie - Men's$120Shop at Backcountry.comSwimwear
Island location and warm water invite frequent swimming.
Island location and warm water invite frequent swimming. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Free Fly Men's Palmera Swim Trunks$49.73 at REIFree Fly Men's Palmera Swim Trunks$49.73 was $74Shop at REI
Tofino Swim Top - Women's$47.57 at Backcountry.comTofino Swim Top - Women's$47.57 was $67.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Chubbies Men's Stretch 5.5" Swim Trunks$33.83 at REIChubbies Men's Stretch 5.5" Swim Trunks$33.83 was $69.50Shop at REI
Lido One-Piece Swimsuit - Women's$89.97 at Backcountry.comLido One-Piece Swimsuit - Women's$89.97 was $150Shop at Backcountry.comSandals (sport)
Wet terrain and frequent water mean shoes that drain matter.
Wet terrain and frequent water mean shoes that drain matter. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
KEEN Women's Bali Strap TG Sandals$69.73 at REIKEEN Women's Bali Strap TG Sandals$69.73 was $110Shop at REI
Forclaz MT500 Lightweight Packable Hiking Sandals$40 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz MT500 Lightweight Packable Hiking Sandals$40 was $59.99Shop at Decathlon America
Teva Women's Outflow Closed-Toe Water Sandals$74.73 at REITeva Women's Outflow Closed-Toe Water Sandals$74.73 was $100Shop at REI
Teva Tirra Sport Sandal - Women's$99.95 at Backcountry.comTeva Tirra Sport Sandal - Women's$99.95Shop at Backcountry.comWide-brim sun hat
UV 9.3 burns exposed skin in under 10 minutes without a wide brim.
UV 9.3 burns exposed skin in under 10 minutes without a wide brim. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Pistil Women's Tegan Wide Brim Hat$39.73 at REIPistil Women's Tegan Wide Brim Hat$39.73 was $68Shop at REI
Brixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95 at Backcountry.comBrixton Mitch Packable Sun Hat$48.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Orilla Sun Hat$35 at CotopaxiOrilla Sun Hat$35 was $50Shop at Cotopaxi
CTR Women's Summit Crushable Wide Brim Hat$30.73 at REICTR Women's Summit Crushable Wide Brim Hat$30.73 was $43.99Shop at REIElectrolyte packets
Heat, humidity, and activity drain electrolytes faster than water replaces them.
Heat, humidity, and activity drain electrolytes faster than water replaces them. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Drink Mix 160$45 at Backcountry.comDrink Mix 160$45Shop at Backcountry.com
Maurten Drink Mix 320 Unflavored, 14 Single Serve Packets$51 at Backcountry.comMaurten Drink Mix 320 Unflavored, 14 Single Serve Packets$51Shop at Backcountry.com
Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets - Box of 12 Packets$42 at Backcountry.comFastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets - Box of 12 Packets$42Shop at Backcountry.com
FastChews with Caffeine - 10 Count Packets$42 at Backcountry.comFastChews with Caffeine - 10 Count Packets$42Shop at Backcountry.comInsulated water bottle
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight.
Cold water at 3pm is worth the weight. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
CamelBak Fit Cap Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Bottle$20.73 at REICamelBak Fit Cap Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Bottle$20.73 was $30Shop at REI
Quechua MH900 Double-Wall Insulated 500 ml Water Bottle$15 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua MH900 Double-Wall Insulated 500 ml Water Bottle$15 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon America
CamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Water Bottle$18 at REICamelBak Podium Chill Insulated Water Bottle$18Shop at REI
LifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Filter Bottle$59.95 at REILifeStraw Go Series Insulated Stainless-Steel Water Filter Bottle$59.95Shop at REIPermethrin-treated clothing spray
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks.
Treat the clothes once and it lasts weeks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Oral rehydration salts
Diarrhea from contaminated water drains electrolytes faster than you can drink.
Diarrhea from contaminated water drains electrolytes faster than you can drink. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
SaltStick Electrolyte Salt Capsules - 100 Capsules$27.30 at REISaltStick Electrolyte Salt Capsules - 100 Capsules$27.30Shop at REI
SaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Seedless Watermelon$19.99 at Backcountry.comSaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Seedless Watermelon$19.99Shop at Backcountry.com
SaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Green Apple$19.99 at Backcountry.comSaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Green Apple$19.99Shop at Backcountry.com
SaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Perfectly Peach$19.99 at Backcountry.comSaltStick Fastchews Chewable Electrolyte Tablets Perfectly Peach$19.99Shop at Backcountry.comAnti-diarrheal + probiotics
Bacteria on every surface means stomach trouble starts before you realize it.
Bacteria on every surface means stomach trouble starts before you realize it.
Multi-port USB-C charger (GaN)
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera.
One brick charges the laptop, phone, and camera. Don't have one? Check these out.
VPN
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself.
Hotel and cafe wifi is shared with everyone else in the building. A VPN keeps your banking and email to yourself. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
RFID travel wallet / money belt
International travel and crowded beaches raise theft risk.
International travel and crowded beaches raise theft risk. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Undercover RFID Money Belt$35 at Backcountry.comUndercover RFID Money Belt$35 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Silk Undercover Money Belt$17.02 at Backcountry.comSilk Undercover Money Belt$17.02 was $30.95, 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
Bison Designs T Lock Money Belt$24 at REIBison Designs T Lock Money Belt$24Shop at REI
Passport Wallet$94.95 at Peak DesignPassport Wallet$94.95Shop at Peak DesignAirTag / tracker for bags
Crowded ferries and beaches make bags vanish in the chaos.
Crowded ferries and beaches make bags vanish in the chaos.
Packing cubes
Humidity at 81 percent and laundry every three days demand organization.
Humidity at 81 percent and laundry every three days demand organization. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Packing Cube SetSee price at MatadorMatador Packing Cube SetSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Gear Cube Set$58.99 at Backcountry.comMatador Gear Cube Set$58.99 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Backcountry.com
3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50 at Samsonite3 Piece Compression Packing Cubes$50Shop at Samsonite
Compression Packing Cube$29.95 at Backcountry.comCompression Packing Cube$29.95Shop at Backcountry.comWaterproof phone pouch
22 rain days and constant water mean phones need sealing.
22 rain days and constant water mean phones need sealing. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Laundry bag / travel detergent
Sweat and salt water require washing clothes twice as often as usual.
Sweat and salt water require washing clothes twice as often as usual. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador Laundry BagSee price at MatadorMatador Laundry BagSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Nathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24 at REINathan Power Wash Performance Laundry Detergent with Pump$24Shop at REI
Knack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10 at Knack BagsKnack Pack Drawstring Cover and Laundry Bag-Large$10Shop at Knack BagsSnorkel set
Coastal island with warm water and 12.2 hours of light invites snorkeling.
Coastal island with warm water and 12.2 hours of light invites snorkeling.
Waterproof dry bag 10–20L
Twenty-two rain days and water sports mean constant wet gear.
Twenty-two rain days and water sports mean constant wet gear. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Herschel Supply Dry Bag Backpack 32L Vermillion$130 at Backcountry.comHerschel Supply Dry Bag Backpack 32L Vermillion$130Shop at Backcountry.comOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 at REIOsprey Wildwater Dry Bag 15$33.73 was $45Shop at REI
Vapor 16 Dry Bag$17.49 at Backcountry.comVapor 16 Dry Bag$17.49 was $24.99Shop at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 at Backcountry.comOsprey Packs Wildwater 35L Dry Bag Tunnel Vision$35.75 was $65Shop at Backcountry.comNice to have
You could skip every one of these
Shorts
Highs of 88°F mean legs stay exposed most days.
Highs of 88°F mean legs stay exposed most days. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Helly Hansen Men's HH Quick-Dry 11" Cargo Shorts$59.73 at REIHelly Hansen Men's HH Quick-Dry 11" Cargo Shorts$59.73 was $80Shop at REI
Quechua Women's MH100 Hiking Shorts$20 at Decathlon AmericaQuechua Women's MH100 Hiking Shorts$20 was $24.99Shop at Decathlon America
Helly Hansen Men's Move Quick-Dry 6" Shorts$51.87 at REIHelly Hansen Men's Move Quick-Dry 6" Shorts$51.87 was $75Shop at REI
Forclaz Men’s Travel 900 Hiking Shorts$40 at Decathlon AmericaForclaz Men’s Travel 900 Hiking Shorts, men's$40 was $59.99Shop at Decathlon AmericaSarong / light cover-up
Doubles as a towel, a scarf, and a cover-up where one's expected.
Doubles as a towel, a scarf, and a cover-up where one's expected. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Terry Cover Up Dress - Girls'$41.62 at Backcountry.comTerry Cover Up Dress - Girls'$41.62 was $59.45Shop at Backcountry.com
O'Neill Women's Saltwater Essentials Teddy Printed Mini Cover-Up Dress$43.93 at REIO'Neill Women's Saltwater Essentials Teddy Printed Mini Cover-Up Dress$43.93 was $64Shop at REI
O'Neill Women's Saltwater Solids Rilee Mini Cover-Up Dress$39.93 at REIO'Neill Women's Saltwater Solids Rilee Mini Cover-Up Dress$39.93 was $58Shop at REI
Roxy Women's Golden Glow Cover-Up Dress$24.93 at REIRoxy Women's Golden Glow Cover-Up Dress$24.93 was $50Shop at REIWaterproof boot spray
22 rain days soak footwear; spray keeps leather from rotting.
22 rain days soak footwear; spray keeps leather from rotting. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Fabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comFabric & Leather Spray On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.com
Nubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55 at Backcountry.comNubuck & Suede Proof Spray-On Footwear Treatment$12.55Shop at Backcountry.com
Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Nubuck & Suede Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REI
Nikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95 at REINikwax Fabric & Leather Waterproofing Spray for Footwear$12.95Shop at REILip balm with SPF
Lips crack and burn at UV 9.3 without SPF.
Lips crack and burn at UV 9.3 without SPF. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95 at REISun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm$3.95Shop at REI
Badger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95 at REIBadger SPF 15 Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm$4.95Shop at REI
SPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29 at Backcountry.comSPF 50 Hydrating Sun Balm$29Shop at Backcountry.comHand sanitizer
Contaminated water and surfaces mean constant hand washing.
Contaminated water and surfaces mean constant hand washing. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Noshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13 at REINoshinku Ultra-Hydrating Pocket Hand Sanitizer Refill$13Shop at REI
Noshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9 at REINoshinku Refillable Ultra-Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer$9Shop at REI
Dr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50 at REIDr. Bronner's Organic Hand Sanitizer$5.50Shop at REISunburn-safe insect bite relief
Mosquito bites swell badly in heat and itch worse when sunburned.
Mosquito bites swell badly in heat and itch worse when sunburned. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
heat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95 at REIheat it pro USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$49.95Shop at REI
heat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic Lightning Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REI
Badger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95 at REIBadger Outdoor Itch Relief Stick$9.95Shop at REI
heat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95 at REIheat it classic USB-C Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Relief$29.95Shop at REIShort cables (USB-C)
Wet bags and salt spray corrode connectors, so bring spares.
Wet bags and salt spray corrode connectors, so bring spares. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft., 240W, Upcycled-Braided)$35 at REIAnker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (6 ft., 240W, Upcycled-Braided)$35Shop at REI
USB-C CableSee price at Peak DesignUSB-C CableSee priceShop at Peak Design
Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26 at REIAnker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft., 140W, Braided)$26Shop at REI
Cable Kit$19.99 at Peak DesignCable Kit$19.99Shop at Peak DesignLanguage app
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
A few phrases go a long way. Ten minutes a day before you leave is plenty.
Passport holder
Passport theft is common at tourist spots and water activities.
Passport theft is common at tourist spots and water activities.
Luggage locks (TSA)
Shared guesthouses and ferry terminals mean bags need locks.
Shared guesthouses and ferry terminals mean bags need locks. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Matador BetaLockSee price at MatadorMatador BetaLockSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13 at Samsonite3 Dial Travel Sentry Combination Lock$13Shop at Samsonite
Pacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95 at REIPacsafe ProSafe 1000 TSA Combination Luggage Lock$17.95Shop at REI
Pacsafe ProSafe 620 TSA Accepted Luggage Locks$17.95 at REIPacsafe ProSafe 620 TSA Accepted Luggage Locks$17.95Shop at REIToiletry bag (hanging)
Moisture settles on everything in the bathroom and fosters mold.
Moisture settles on everything in the bathroom and fosters mold. Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Toiletry Bag$50 at Backcountry.comToiletry Bag$50Shop at Backcountry.com
Hanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95 at Backcountry.comHanging Toiletry Bag - Small$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
DK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95 at Backcountry.comDK5 ModPak Toiletry Bag$49.95Shop at Backcountry.com
Buddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99 at Backcountry.comBuddy 2 Toiletry Bag$44.99Shop at Backcountry.comThe basics
You own most of these. We are just making sure they make it in.
Toiletries kit
Travel-size toothpaste + brush
Don't have one? Check these out.
Don't have one? Check these out.
Our pickMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price at MatadorMatador Toothbrush Caps 2-PackSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Matador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price at MatadorMatador Refillable Toothpaste TubesSee price 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Matador
Huppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99 at Backcountry.comHuppy Peppermint Toothpaste Tablets in Tin$12.99Shop at Backcountry.com
Dr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95 at REIDr. Bronner's Travel Toothpaste - 1 oz. Peppermint$2.95Shop at REIDeodorant
Don't have one? Check these out.
Medications + prescriptions
Chargers (phone)
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Don't have one? Check these out.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100 at REIAnker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Foldable Pad) with Charger and USB-C Cable$100Shop at REI
Dual Slim Charger$64.95 at Peak DesignDual Slim Charger$64.95Shop at Peak Design
Anker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25 at REIAnker Wall Charger (33W, 2-Port) with USB-C to USB-C Cable$25Shop at REIUnderwear
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Everyday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Bikini Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
Everyday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34 at Backcountry.comEveryday Merino Thong Underwear - Women's$34Shop at Backcountry.com
REI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95 at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino Bikini Underwear$27.95Shop at REI
REI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95 at REIREI Co-op Women's Merino Hipster Underwear$29.95Shop at REISocks
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Injinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21 at REIInjinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool Socks$21Shop at REI
Balega Hidden Dry No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIBalega Hidden Dry No-Show Socks$13.73 was $18Shop at REI
Woolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 at REIWoolrich Merino Solid Ragg Socks$14.73 was $20Shop at REI
Balega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 at REIBalega Women's Enduro No-Show Socks$13.73 was $18Shop at REISleepwear
Reusable shopping bag
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Packable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95 at rumplPackable Tote Bag - Geo$24.95Shop at rumpl
Packable Tote Bag$49 at Eagle CreekPackable Tote Bag$49 15% off with CHRISANDSARAShop at Eagle Creek
Chrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125 at Backcountry.comChrome Grocery Tote Messenger Bag Matte$125Shop at Backcountry.com
Grocery Tote Messenger Bag$125 at Backcountry.comGrocery Tote Messenger Bag$125Shop at Backcountry.comPen (customs forms)
Copy of passport
Small lock
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Earbuds
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Soundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130 at REISoundcore by Anker Liberty 5 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds$130Shop at REI
Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170 at REIShokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds$170Shop at REI
Shokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120 at REIShokz OpenFit Air Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$120Shop at REI
Soundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100 at REISoundcore by Anker AeroFit 2 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds$100Shop at REISunglasses case
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Nail clippers
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Sewing kit / safety pins
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It keeps your ticks. Open it again when you are standing over the suitcase.It keeps your ticks. Open it again on your phone when you are standing over the suitcase.