This will be my third time visiting the Hawaiian isles so I already have an idea about what to pack. The real challenge here is fitting everything into my trusty carry-on suitcase and an over-sized purse. The only reason that I am able to travel as much as I do is by cutting extra costs wherever I can… and the last place I want to spend my money is baggage fees. So here’s how I packed for a carry-on only vacation.

I like grey and black… apparently even in tropical destinations.

CLOTHING AND SHOES

• 1 pair of flip flops
• 1 pair of dressy sandals
• 1 pair of walking shoes (BOBS with memory foam)

• 1 pairs of jeans (for the plane and volcano summit)
• 1 pair of shorts
• 2 dresses
• 1 skirt
• 1 beach cover-up
• 4 tops (1 t-shirt, 3 sleeveless)
• 2 cardigans (for the plane, chilling evenings, air-conditioned restaurants)
• 1 fleece jacket (for the top of the volcano)
• 2 bikinis (following the wash one, wear one rule)
• 1 set of sleepwear
• 4 pairs of underwear + 2 bras
• 1 pair of socks
• 1 pair of bandelettes
• 1 sun hat
• 1 long scarf (for the plane or to use as a shawl)

Note: I used three packing cubes for my clothing: 1 for dresses/bottoms, 1 for tops/cardigans, 1 for underwear/swim suits TOILETRIES & ACCESSORIES

• Stella & Dot Hang On Travel Case (toiletries/make-up/jewelry) – mine is sold out, but click the link for a similar version.
• Norwex Cloth
• Small Medicine Bag (kleenex, band-aids, meds)
• Travel Flat Iron
• 1 Pair of Sunglasses

ELECTRONICS

• iPhone 5C
• Headphones
• iPhone Charger
• Camera + Charger + mini tripod (Canon Powershot SX700)
• Spare Memory Card
• Portable Charger
• Kobo Aura

DOCUMENTS & MISCELLANEOUS

• Passport
• Wallet
• Travel Documents & Insurance
• Tote Bag (for beach use)
• Small Purse (for day use)
• Ear Plugs
• Travel Journal / Pen