Packing for a vacation can be stressful, especially a ski trip. So many things to remember! But with our ultimate ski trip packing list, rest assured you won’t arrive at your destination only to realize you forgot your glove warmers and a swimsuit for the hot tub. We suggest you check with your hotel or condo accommodations in advance to see if they provide basics such as shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and a hairdryer.

Did we miss something you can't live without on a ski vacation? Have a favorite brand or recommendation? Comment below and let us know so we can update the list!

Ski Gear (if you're not renting)

• SKIS OR SNOWBOARD

• SKI POLES

• BOOTS (SKI OR SNOWBOARD)

• HELMET

• GOGGLES

Ski Clothing

Remember to pack lots of warm layers, as the weather conditions on the mountains can change quickly and dramatically.

• WATERPROOF SKI JACKET/SHELL

• WATERPROOF SKI PANTS

• HEAVY WINTER COAT

• BASE LAYER TOPS & BOTTOMS

• GLOVES/MITTENS: WATERPROOF AND INSULATED

• SWEATERS: FLEECE OR WOOL SWEATERS

• SKI SOCKS with WICKING ABILITY (ie. SmartWool)

• NECK GAITER TO COVER FACE AND NECK

• SKI GOGGLES WITH UV PROTECTION

• GLOVE AND BOOT WARMERS

Mountain Casual / Apres Ski Clothing

• WARM WINTER COAT FOR NON SKI DAYS AND OUT TO DINNER

• SWEATERS, FLEECE, OTHER WARM TOPS

• JEANS/PANTS

• WARM WINTER SOCKS

• UNDERGARMENTS

• SLEEPWEAR

• GLOVES/MITTENS (extra points for gloves with touch screen compatible fingers!)

• WARM WINTER HAT & SCARF

• SWIMSUIT (HOT TUB!)

• COMFY COZY AFTER SKI PANTS AND TOPS

• WARM, WATERPROOF BOOTS FOR NON SKI ACTIVITIES

• SHOES WITH GOOD TREAD FOR DINNERS OUT OR WALKS AROUND TOWN)

• SUNGLASSES

Toiletries

• SUNSCREEN

• LIP BALM (WITH SPF IF POSSIBLE)

• TOOTHBRUSH, TOOTHPASTE, FLOSS

• HAIR BRUSHES AND HAIR RUBBER BANDS/CLIPS

• SHAMPOO/CONDITIONER/HAIR PRODUCTS

• HAIR DRYER

• SKINCARE REGIMEN

• MAKEUP/COSMETICS (INLCLUDING MAKEUP REMOVER)

• CONTACT LENSES/GLASSES, CONTACT SOLUTION AND CASE, EYEDROPS

• EXTRA LENSES AND GLASSES IF YOU CAN

• BODY LOTION

• DEODORANT

• SHAVING PRODUCTS

• NAIL CLIPPERS / FILE

Miscellaneous

• PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (PACK THESE IN YOUR CARRY-ON)

• VITAMINS

• WALLET AND PHOTO ID

• HEALTH INSURANCE CARDS

• ADVIL/TYLENOL/NEOSPORIN

• TABLET / IPAD

• HEADPHONES

• CHARGERS FOR ALL ELECTRONICS & DEVICES

• SLEEP AIDS, EAR PLUGS

• WIRELESS SLEEP HEADPHONES FOR SENSITIVE SLEEPERS

• BOOKS, PLAYING CARDS

• HAND SANITIZER AND ANTIBACTERIAL WIPES

• REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE