How it works
Most people overpack. This list works out sensible amounts for the length of your trip, the weather and the kind of holiday, and keeps it tighter for hand luggage. On longer trips it assumes you'll do a little washing rather than packing a fresh top for every day.
Roll clothes to save space, wear your bulkiest shoes and jacket on the plane, and keep essentials like your passport, medication and chargers in your hand luggage.
Worked examples
- 7-night beach, hand luggage → Total clothing items: 26 · Tops / T-shirts: 5 · Underwear: 7
- 3-night city break, mild → Total clothing items: 19 · Tops / T-shirts: 4 · Underwear: 4
- 7-night ski trip → Total clothing items: 39 · Tops / T-shirts: 8 · Underwear: 8
- 14 nights, hold bag → Total clothing items: 35 · Tops / T-shirts: 9 · Underwear: 10
Common questions
How many outfits for a 7-day holiday?
For a 7-night beach holiday with hand luggage: about 5 tops, 7 pairs of underwear, 4 shorts or skirts, swimwear and 2 pairs of shoes.
How do I pack for hand luggage only?
Plan to re-wear and wash, wear your heaviest items on the plane, and roll clothes. Check your airline's cabin bag size, as it varies.