Christmas at Home with Gifts Packing List
4 nights · 28–45°F / −2–7°C · TSA may need to open wrapped gifts at security, so wrap them when you arrive and pack the paper flat
clothes
- warm coat that covers your hips
- 2-3 sweaters you can layer
- cozy pants or jeans
- one festive outfit for the big dinner
- wool socks, one pair per day
- slippers or warm house socks
- pajamas for the morning of the 25th
- hat and gloves
for the gifts
- gifts packed unwrapped for easier security checks
- wrapping paper, tape and tags packed flat
- breakables in the middle of your suitcase, cushioned by clothes
- foldable tote for the gifts you bring home
- gift receipts tucked in a small folder
- gift cards in your wallet instead of bulky extras
- bulky gifts shipped ahead to your destination
toiletries + meds
- jar of moisturizer for dry winter air
- lip balm
- hand cream
- pain reliever
- throat lozenges
- prescriptions in their original bottles
- travel toothbrush and toothpaste
the stuff you always forget
- phone charger
- slim power bank for travel days
- photo ID and boarding pass
- small host gift for whoever is hosting you
- cash for tips and last-minute stocking stuffers
- reusable water bottle
- tissues