Depending on your location, the season, and the activities you are doing, you will want to pack different items of clothing. No matter where you go, you’ll want to focus on packing versatile items that can be worn for various activities. Also, remember to pack light – almost everyone packs more than they need.
If your two-week trip includes hiking, you’ll need more rugged clothing. Your sneakers should be a little heavier-duty than basic tennis shoes, and you’ll want to pack appropriate accessories, such as a water bottle, baseball hat, and quick-dry layers for clothing. You may also want to include things like a travel first aid kit. You can pack all of this in a lightweight daypack for easy access.
If you are planning a more tropical, relaxing vacation for two weeks, you’ll likely want to pack more than one swimsuit (so you always have a dry one ready), as well as some coverups for traveling to and from the pool or beach, and for throwing on to grab a quick drink. A trip like this will also require sunscreen and a sunhat, and you’ll want to throw everything together in a handy beach bag.
If you’re planning on seeing the sites in a city, you’ll need to pack strategically for that as well. You’ll be doing a good deal of walking, so your shoes will be the most important part of your day – make sure they are casual, weather-appropriate, but most of all, comfortable. You may need to dress a little nicer for a city trip than a beach trip, so make sure to include some versatile pieces that you can dress up easily. You’ll also want a water bottle and a cross-body bag to carry your essentials.
What WOMEN should pack during a two week trip– (Click to expand)
Below is a sample women’s clothing list. (All items link to Amazon.com for your convenience).
You’ll want to pack comfortable shoes because chances are you’ll be walking no matter what your destination is. We recommend packing lightweight sneakers that you can walk in, sandals for warm-weather destinations, and flip flops for casual wear. A crossbody bag in a neutral color can be used in almost any location or season.
A dress that can be dressed up or worn casually is also a must. If you are heading somewhere tropical, make it a flowy sundress. For metropolitan destinations, choose a comfortable dress like #3 above that you can wear to a café, or to a classier dinner. For outfits, be sure to pick items that can mix and match with each other – this way you can have more outfit options while packing less. Remember to choose lightweight fabrics that can layer rather than heavy or bulky items.
What MEN should pack during a two week trip– (Click to expand)
Below is a sample men’s clothing list. (All items link to Amazon.com for your convenience).
In general, menswear is larger and heavier than women’s clothing, so you’ll want to focus on lightweight items that can pack well. We recommend both moisture-wicking fabrics and natural, breathable fabrics that can layer easily. Many pants can be dressed up or down depending on the situation. Adding a lightweight blazer to dark jeans or lightweight pants can dress them up enough for a nice dinner.
Shoes can be extremely bulky in luggage, so try to choose only 2-3 pairs, tops. We recommend lightweight sneakers that are comfortable for walking or hiking and flip flops or sandals for casual warm locations. Choosing dark or neutral shoes – rather than colorful athletic shoes – can be disguised as dressier shoes for locations requiring that look.
