Business travel can be a whirlwind of meetings, presentations, and networking. The last thing you need is to realize you’ve forgotten an essential item when you’re thousands of miles from home.
A well-organized packing list is the cornerstone of a stress-free and productive business trip. Drawing inspiration from a comprehensive packing check-list, I have put together the ultimate guide to ensure you have everything you need, from power suits to essential tech.
Bellow is my compiled list of items. Note the Romanian name in the (), not many of my Romanian friends know the English terms.
I. Apparel (Haine)
Your wardrobe is key to making the right impression. Consider the climate of your destination and the nature of your meetings when selecting your attire.
Formal Wear:
- Suit socks (Sosete costum)
- Dress shoes (Pantofi costum)
- Suit jacket (Sacou costum)
- Suit pants (Pantaloni costum)
- Dress shirts (Camasi costum)
- Evening shirts (Camasi seara) – for formal dinners or events
- Ties (Cravate)
- Tie clip/pin (Ac cravata)
- Cufflinks (Butoni)
- Watch (Ceas)
Casual & Comfort:
- Travel socks (Sosete pentru avion) – for comfort during flights
- Short socks (Sosete scurte)
- Underwear (Chiloti)
- Undershirts (Maieuri)
- Slips (Slip)
- Slippers (Slapi) – for hotel room comfort
- Pajamas (Pijama)
- T-shirts (Tricouri)
- Long pants (Pantaloni lungi)
- Shorts (Pantaloni scurti)
- Belt (Curea)
- Sweaters (Pulovere)
- Hat (Caciula)
- Scarf (Fular)
- Gloves (Manusi)
- Sport shoes (Pantofi sport) – for workouts or casual outings
- Casual shoes (Pantofi casual)
II. Accessories (Accesorii)
These are the items that often get overlooked but can make a huge difference in your comfort and well-being.
- Travel pillow (Perna de avion)
- Medications (Medicamente) – prescriptions and over-the-counter essentials
- Sunglasses (Ochelari de soare)
- Glasses (Ochelari)
- Cosmetics (Cosmetice)
- Toothpaste and toothbrush (Pasta si perie de dinti)
- Sunscreen (Crema de soare)
- Earplugs and eye protection (Dopuri pentru urechi si protectie pentru ochi) – for undisturbed rest
- Dry wipes (Servetele uscate)
- Wet wipes (Servetele umede)
- Snacks (Snacks-uri)
- FFP masks (Masti FFP) – especially relevant for air travel and crowded spaces
III. Technology (Tehnica)
In today’s digital world, your tech is your lifeline. Don’t leave home without these essentials.
- Travel adapter (Adaptor priza) – crucial for international travel
- Phones: Personal phone, company phone
- Kindle (or other e-reader)
- Phone chargers (Incarcatoare pentru telefoane)
- Power bank/Battery (Baterie)
- Watch charger (Incarcator pentru ceas), in case you have a smart watch
- Adapters (Adaptoare)
- Security tokens (Tokens) – if required for work access
- Laptop
- Mosquito repellent device (Aparat anti-tantari) – if traveling to areas with mosquitoes
- Headphones + adapter (Casti + adaptor)
- Mosquito repellent cream/spray (Crema/Sprei pentru tantari)
IV. Documents (Documente)
These are non-negotiable. Double-check you have all necessary identification and travel documents before you leave.
- Vaccine passport (Pasaport vaccin)
- COVID certificate (Certificat COVID) – if applicable to your destination
- Passport (Pasaport)
- Cards (Carduri) – credit, debit, and ID
- Medical insurance (Asigurare medicala)
- Cash (Bani) – local currency and some emergency funds
- Flight tickets (Bilete avion)
- Hotel reservation (Rezervare hotel)
- Airport transfer details (Transfer aeroport)
By meticulously going through this list, you’ll be well-prepared for any business trip, allowing you to focus on your objectives and make the most of your time away. Happy travels!