Yes, I rolled my eyes too...the struggles of packing are very very real.
From traveling a few times, I have the "go-to" list down.
Traveling: Top 10
1. If you wear contacts/eyeglasses, this is one of the top ones. CONTACTS/GLASSES/SOLUTION
You don't want to reach your destination and have to squint!
2. PHONE CHARGER
Nothing is worse than having your Instagram post perfectly formulated, then your boop... your phone died.
3. Toiletries
All the good stuff (tampons/pads, toothbrush, toothpaste, sponge, soap, razor, etc)
4. For those that do wear it, do not forget your MAKE-UP bag!
It is such a terrible feeling when you're ready to go out to an event and start digging in your bag ready to "beat your face" and....yea. no. You wanted to flutter with your eyelashes, but they're laying right on your desk at home.
5. A portable charger
Enough said.
6. Wallet/ Keys
When you're at the airport, and the employee asks for your ID and you start shuffling in your bag...just to find out that you left it. That's a no-no.
7. Laptop bag/ Headphones
One of the most annoying things to leave has to be your headphones. When I'm traveling by myself and I want to listen to "Don't" by Bryson Tiller. But, I forgot my headphones then I end up having to flip my phone upside down and play the song on low volume.
Don't be me.
8. Luggage, of course.
9. Miscellaneous items
Any other thing that is personal to you.
10. Things to do on your travel
Books, magazines, textbooks and homework (...I know), and your camera!
That's my general list for the standard basic items that most people will need for their traveling ventures.
Safe travels!