A big backpack - A backpack is always a good idea when you travel, especially when you’re going to countries that are not so much in the city area where you’ll not be able to roll your luggages smoothly on the ground. Many budget airlines also have a specific baggage dimension and weight requirement and hence, backpack is the way to go!

Water bottle! Asia has a very high humidity level and people tend to sweat more in Asia so remember to bring along a water bottle to keep yourself hydrated throughout.

Cap or Umbrella - Most of the Southeast Asian countries have summer-like weather all year round except Korea and Taiwan. Bring along your cap and umbrella to shield yourself from the sun if you don’t want to get burnt!

Sunblock - Yes...yes....sunblock is extremely important so bring them and apply generously when you’re travelling around Asia!

Sunglasses - To shield and protect your eyes from the sun and also to look cool at the same time!

Clothes! For countries like Singapore and Thailand, you can pack light as it is really considered summer all year round! You can wear sleeveless singlets and shorts and it should be good to keep you cool. For countries like Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam and Hong Kong, there are some seasons of the year that are relatively colder. So please check the season and average temperature of the country before you start on your packing!

Undergarments

Swimwear - I believe there will be plenty of chances for you to enjoy a dip in the sea or even plan a small beach holiday!

Towel

Spectacles and Contact lenses products - For those who are short sighted, do remember to bring along your spectacles, contact lenses casing, contact lenses solution and eyedrops. 

First aid kit - You’ll never know when an accident will happen when you’re hiking or doing sports while travelling! Pack along plasters, bandage and some ointment with you.

Medicine - Bring along your Panadol, vitamins and other medication you may need (Just in case)

Wet wipes, tissue packs and hand sanitisers - For hygiene purposes

Shoes - Slippers, sports shoes, dress shoes and any other footwear you think you may need

Oral kit - Toothbrush, toothpaste, mouth wash or any other things you may need, for eg. retainers for people who used to have braces

Toiletries - Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, facial cleansers, comb, deodorant and shaver. You should prepare those small bottles of 100ml volume that is convenient for you to travel around and even to bring them onto budget airlines.

Clothes nettings - To protect your delicate clothes when washing in the washing machine.

Travel adaptor - The plugs in Europe and Asia are very different! Many of the Asian countries follow the UK plug so just remember to search up on the plug used in the country that you’re going to.

Phone charger and USB cables

Lip balm, moisturiser and toner

Hair related products! Hair dryer, hair bands etc.

Hair wax and hair spray (For the guys)

Make up and hair spray (For the girls) There are so many things you can bring….Foundation, concealer, eyebrow pencil, mascara, eyeliner, eyeshadow palettes, bronzer, highlighter, setting spray, powder, lipsticks…..and the list goes on!

Perfume or cologne - For those who want to smell nice!

Zip lock bags or plastic bags - To store your wet clothes or any other dirty/wet stuff!