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December/January 2010 FamilyFun Magazine

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    What to Pack for a Weekend Getaway

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    Weekend Getaway Packing
    Sometimes short trips are the hardest to pack for because you have to bring almost as much for a two-day trip as for one that lasts seven days. To make things a little easier on you, we've put together a list for what we recommend you take along on a weekend outing with your family.

    MUST HAVE:
     Wallet and/or purse and cash (sometimes we forget the most obvious things)
    Credit cards and/or traveler's checks (plus list of numbers of both)
    ID or driver's license
    Car and house keys (plus duplicate sets kept in different bags)
    Eye glasses and/or contact lenses (plus lens cleaner)
    Sunglasses
    Watch
    Medical insurance cards
    Prescriptions and other medications
    Itineraries, tickets and reservation confirmations
    Maps and directions
    Totebag or backpack for day use
    Camera and film
    Books and magazines for kids and adults
    Toys, playing cards, small games
    Flashlight and batteries
    Umbrella and rain jackets
    Large plastic bags for laundry and wet items
    Small plastic bags
    Disposable wipes (or put damp paper towels in zippered plastic bags)
    Pocketknife
    Sunglasses
    Travel alarm
    Sewing kit
    First-aid kit (see separate packing list)
    Snacks/gum
    Water/juice boxes, no-spill cups
    Paper napkins/towels

    CLOTHES:
     Outfits for each day (place kids' outfits for each day in zip-top bags)
    Undergarments
    Sleepwear
    Accessories
    Bathing suits
    Hats
    Outerwear in winter
    Sportswear if needed

    TOILETRIES:
     Toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss and mouthwash
    Deodorant
    Combs, brushes, hair accessories, blow dryer (if hotel does not provide one)
    Shampoo and conditioner
    Sunscreens and lip balm
    Lotions
    Insect repellent
    Shaving supplies
    Cosmetics
    Nail clippers, scissors and emery boards
    Tweezers
    Cotton balls and/or swabs
    Feminine hygiene items

    FOR BABY:
     Car seat
    Diaper bag
    Disposable diapers
    Changing pad
    Baby powder and lotion
    Zippered plastic bags
    Wet wipes
    Bathing supplies
    Nursing pads and burp pads
    Bibs
    Baby food and spoon
    Bottles, nipples and caps
    Formula and/or juice
    Pacifiers
    Changes of clothing
    Jacket or sweater
    Collapsible stroller with canopy or umbrella
    Front or back child-carrying pack, or sling style
    Blankets
    Waterproof sheets
    Bathing supplies
    Large plastic bags for wet clothes (can also be used as a changing pad in a pinch)

    NICE TO HAVE:
     Room intercom
    Night light
    Radio/tape player, tapes, headphones and batteries
    Frisbee, sports equipment
    Guidebooks and brochures
    Stain remover stick
    Portable high chair or booster seat
    Portable crib or playpen
    Pillows
    Outlet covers

    		  
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