THINGS TO TAKE
(Suggestions from a Seasoned Traveler)
Listed here are a few necessities that you may want to take with you. Pack lightly to prevent any difficulties with lifting your bags. Always take half the amount of things you think you will need.
DAILY LIFE:
■ Sun Glasses (basic type with UV protection)
■ Wristwatch (inexpensive with alarm - readable at night)
■ Earplugs
■ Fanny Pack, Wallet
■ Umbrella (small beach type - buy in México)
■ Snorkeling Gear/Lens anti-fog spray
■ Spanish Phrase Book/Dictionary/Translator Calculator
■ Playing Cards/Games
■ Small Light-weight Binoculars
■ Flashlight (miniature key-chain or small LED type)
■ Light Cord (4 or 5 meters, for clothesline - buy in México)
■ Camera, SD cards or Film (small, lightweight pocket type)
■ Small Padlocks (to lock your backpack/bags)
■ Pocket Book Novel, Kobo/Kindle reader or Smartphone app
■ Bottle opener (not many twist tops in Mexico)
■ Pen & Notepad (miniature ring type)
■ Money Belt (to carry passport, tourist visa, airline tickets, etc.)
■ Pocket Knife (must be in checked luggage)
■ Handkerchief or Bandanna
■ Zip-lock Bags (for suitcase storage containers)
TOILETRIES & PERSONAL GROOMING:
■ Hairbrush/Comb
■ Shampoo
■ Nail Clipper/Tweezers
■ Toothbrush/Paste/Floss
■ Bar of Hand Soap (in plastic container)
■ Eyeglass Cleaner (small spray bottle)
■ Shaving Gear/Electric Razor
■ Small Hand Mirror
■ Deodorant
■ Small Hand Towel/Wash Cloth
■ Gender specific items
HEALTH & MEDICINE:
■ Band Aids
■ Sun block (Suntan Oil) SPF 15/30
■ Insect Repellent (25% Deet, tube type "OFF")
■ Headache Medicine (Aspirin, etc)
■ Q-Tips/Cotton Swabs
■ Hand lotion (small tube)
■ Lip Balm (chap stick)
■ Antacid, Pepto Bismol Tablets/Imodium
■ Antibiotic Ointment like Polysporin (for cuts and scrapes)
■ Contraceptives
■ Doctors Prescriptions/Drugs/Medications (in original containers)