The BasicsPassport or relevant IDTickets and ticket confirmations. Remember – you don’t just need flight booking confirmations, but confirmations for your accommodation and any activities you have booked tooA visa! Even if you received your visa electronically, it’s worth carrying a printed version just in caseCash in the currency of the country you’re headed to (as well as a small amount of your home currency)Your essential bank cards. Don’t carry them all, though – just the ones you’re planning on using. Oh, and remember to inform your bank that you’re going abroadTwo copies of your travel insurance details and policy – one for each of you to carryA list of emergency contacts on a small piece of card, including that of your doctor, your travel insurance provider and your credit card companyTravel adapters. Your phone charger. Small first aid kit – you can make one yourself or snap up a ready-made travel kit.Any prescription medicines you take, along with the original packaging and a copy of your prescriptionContraceptionLuggage locks and tags with your contact details on.ToiletriesToothbrush and toothpasteMakeup removerFace washMoisturiserShampoo and conditioner – your hotel may provide it, but if you’re partial to a particular product, pack your own!Shower gel – again, your hotel may provide it, but if you’re partial to a particular product, pack your own!Hair product – if you’re honeymooning in a hot country and your hair is prone to frizz, take something to keep it under controlMakeupDeodorantA manicure set including a nail file, nail clippers and nail polish. Razors and shaving gel… but don’t pack your razor in your hand luggageA hairbrush or comb.Lip balm (with SPF, if you’re going to be wearing it in the day. Burnt lips are not a look)Eye creamPlenty of sun cream with a high SPF, especially if you’re going somewhere hot!After sun lotionHair grips and hair tiesPerfume or fragranceContact lens solution and extra contact lenses, if neededDry shampooHair dryerHair styling productsUseful ExtrasTravel sickness medicines, particularly if you’ve got any boat trips planned or you’re a nervous flyerInsect repellent and bite relief. Don’t let those pesky mosquitoes get the better of you!AntihistaminesIndigestion tabletsDiarrhoea medicine (especially if you’re heading somewhere a little more exotic)ClothingComfy clothes to travel in, especially if you’re flying long haul!Coat, unless you’re sure it won’t be neededDaytime outfits – one for every day you’re going away for. Consider shorts and t-shirts for excursions plus plenty of cool and floaty dresses (depending on your destination, of course)Cardigan to cover up with at night – even tropical destinations can get a bit chilly in the evening! It’s also a good idea to have something to cover your shoulders with if you’re visiting somewhere religiousSwimwearUnderwear, including your best strapless bra and thongs to work with a variety of outfitsLingerieShoes which are suitable for sightseeing and walking around inOne pair of not-so-sensible shoes for nights out!Flip flops or sandals which you can wear to the pool and beachClutch bag for the eveningSecure, practical bag for the dayBeach bagKaftan or sarongAccessories such as sunglasses, hats and jewellerySleepwearSanitary productsSocksHandy Extras to HaveBeach towel – just check whether your hotel provides them before you leaveBooks to read.Games or a pack of cards – essentials if you have some long journeys aheadGuide book for the destination you’re heading toEarplugsAn umbrellaCamera – you need to get some snaps of your trip of a lifetime! – plus extra SD cards and batteriesMagazines