The P List!
December 3, 2006
OK, I’m 11 days out!! Woo Hoo!! And it’s become a tradition for me to not only make a packing list, but to post it here for all to see, and in some cases, to ridicule.
The list is thorough, but every time I’ve posted one of these lists someone emails me with some important thing I’m missing. I’ve paired the list down considerably for this trip, less goofy stuff I “thought” was a good idea, but never touched once in Negril.
Anyway here it is, please feel free to cut and paste for your personal use 
Clothing
- 1 pair – Swim Trunks ** Lots of swimming last time, but only used one pair
- 3 pairs – Shorts
- 3 pairs – Gym Shorts ** My version of PJs
- 8Â Assorted T-Shirts
- 3 Polo/Golf Shirts ** I may play a round of golf this trip - all these trips and I never have!
- 6 Hawaiian Shirts ** I look so good in these
- 1 pair – Jeans ** Winter travel-wear
- 1 pair – Socks ** Only on the list for appearances
- 10 pairs – Underwear ** incl. silk boxers just in case … Well, you know who you are
- Sandals
- Flip Flops ** There is a difference between Sandals and Flip Flops, Sandals don’t make noise
- Running Shoes ** As if I’ll be running
 actually just more winter wear - Light Jacket ** I may check this to a heavy sweatshirt pending departure day weather
- 2 Ball Caps ** Eagles & Phillies – Not that either team deserves it!
Health & First -Aid
- First-Aid Kit (Simple, Band Aids, alcohol wipes, tweezers)
- Neosporin (For creepy crawly bites)
- Sun Block 15 SPF
- Sun Block Stick 30 SPF (For my nose)
- Bug Repellant w/ at least 30% Deet ** Not sure of the bug situation in December
- Pepto Bismol (Get individual serving packets) ** Just in case of Bustamante’s Revenge
- Excedrin Extra Strength (Great for hangovers!)
- Wet-Ones Travel Pack ** I put them in the freezer, great for wiping your sweaty face! Don’t knock it till ya try it! An old Restaurant Manager’s trick
- Condoms ** I got several comments about this last time. Like how many to bring. Maybe I should bring like, 300 assorted condoms in my carry-on bag as if to dare the TSA guy to comment. I’d probably have to put them in a clear ziplock bag.Â
Toiletries
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Floss ** Again this is just for show, who flosses on vacation?
- Mouth WashÂ
- Shampoo
- Disposable Razors ** I always bring 3 I don’t know why
- Shaving Cream
- Hair Brush
- Deodorant ** I’m an Old Spice Man
- Cologne ** I’m going sans date so I need to make the ladies swoon
Other Stuff
- Digital Camera ** Smile!! I need to take a lot of pics this trip!
- AA Batteries – Energizer Max – 8 Pack ** For above Camera
- Laptop Computer ** I’m not 100% sure about this, I miss the daily walk to Easy Rock
- DVD’s (Laptop has a DVD Player) ** I watched King Kong on my last trip!
- Disposable Flashlight (De power go black a lot)Â
- Disposable Rain Ponchos (for those afternoon storms) ** I still have the same 2 ponchos I bought for my October ‘04 trip. I feel like a real outdoorsman having them, but I’m sure they won’t be touched, ever.
- Disposable Lighters ** Ya Mon Â
- Cell Phone ** Which I end up using as a clock. I may rent one for this trip, email me for the number
- Sunglasses ** I bought a great pair this summer, but I can’t find the damn things! They definitely enhanced my coolness
- Breath Freshening Gum ** Red Stripes and Jerk Chicken aren’t workin’ with the breath!
Mind and Body
- My Jamaica Journal – It’s a leather bound journal Kristine got me a few years ago that I only use in Jamaica. ** This is Sacrosanct! I just looked though it and I may fill it up this trip. Hey Kris, *Hint!
- Books ** I have Wild Mind by Natalie Goldberg as a kind of workbook for my writing practice. For fun I have The Sex Lives of Cannibals by J. Maarten Troost.
- Assorted Meditation Crystals ** These aren’t as weird as they may sound, but trying to explain them to a corrupt Jamaican cop who pulled me out of a gypsy cab looking for drugs was an experience.
- My Mini Buddha, AKA Travel Buddha ** Ever see those little boxes while you stand in line at Barnes & Noble?
- Assorted Incense w/ holder
- Christmas Lights ** I think it will be fun to decorate my room, don’tcha think?
Travel Supplies
- Passport ** Duh
- Money - $100 in singles for tipping ** Jamaicans really appreciate the US $1 Bill, though you have to give them out in multiples these days.
- ATM Card ** Visa Check card works more and more places each trip
- Travel Wallet
- Plane Tickets
- Printed Hotel Reservations
- Pens (1/2 a dozen, for the customs forms on the plane. I become a hero because no one has a damn pen)
- Airline headset from previous trips ** I think Air Jamaica has different plugs than US Airways
- Lonely Planet Guide to Jamaica New ’06 Edition ** I think my dad has this
- Jamaican Road Map ** I just like Maps
- A collapsable duffel bag ** I may do some Christmas Shopping this trip and will need baggage space for the return trip
- Candy for the Kids – Non-melting, individually packaged, and yummy! ** I always bring a bag, I brought Tootsie Pops last time, but I didn’t give any out. I still think it’s a nice idea.Â
Damn, this is a good list! I may be getting this travel week thing down!!
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Peace
Vinny
16 Comments
1.
Firemon | December 5, 2006 at 10:35 am
Vinny, don’t forget to pack an air mattress, beer cozie, cooler,
hammock, transistor radio, a sling (in case your beer arm tires), a
frisbee, 300 rolling papers–and a picture of your lovely wife.
Respect.
P.S. Forget the underwear and go commando.
2.
Seveen | December 5, 2006 at 10:36 am
hey vinnie - can you just leave all that stuff there for me when i
arrive - i’m packing in a spaghetti box - swim suit, sarong and the
clothes on my back
3.
Terry Wright | December 5, 2006 at 10:36 am
Oh….my wife and I will also be there at christmas…maybe we will
see you at Peewees…our favorite hangout! Janet makes the BEST
drinks!
4.
Yard Dog | December 5, 2006 at 10:37 am
“mon it’s my birthday…. beg you a beer mi totally broke”….works
great as a repellant for 2 legged pests dem.
“Where you staying?” is my all time favorite annoyance……..new
answer is
Splitting mi time between
Sav La Mar Hospital
Negril Police Station
5.
Nora Ratcliff | December 5, 2006 at 10:38 am
Great list!
If you want to score big with the older population stick in some
reading glasses from the dollar store to disperse. YOU WILL BECOME
FAMOUS! The hotel staff will love you for them! Have an awesome time!
Love the condom comments. I had sea flea bites last time. First time
ever. My fault, I stopped on the beach early am while walking and
talked for one hour….legs were covered the next day with awful itchy
bumps! I learned my lesson! Bug Spray and flea collars!
6.
CC | December 5, 2006 at 10:38 am
I was wondering when your next trip was coming up. You always have
great stories to share with us.
Condom comment was funny, esp about the ziplock bag. Just remember to
put them in a “storage” ziplock bag. I know someone who put their 3oz
of liquids in a ziplock bag larger than “storage” size and security
made her throw it away. So go for shock value and put as many as you
can in the property measured clear bags!!
7.
Likkle Red | December 5, 2006 at 10:38 am
Here is how I pack….when I come back to the states from a visit home
I go thru the clothing and immediately sort thru what I wore and what
I didn’t wear. If I wore it then it gets washed and folded and put on
the guest bedroom bed for the next reach. If I didn’t wear it then it
gets washed and put back into the closet. This is how I am able to go
with just a carry-on. I also do wash often when there to keep my
things fresh. It also helps that I keep big items like radio,
flashlights, umbrella, suntan lotion, lotion, etc there.
8.
DolfinKraZ | December 5, 2006 at 10:39 am
Vinny,
Pls let me know if u wear all of what u pack. Everytime we go we take
less but still have at least on bag that never gets touched.
9.
TLC | December 5, 2006 at 10:40 am
Vinny from Philly on: but only used one pair ,Sunday, December 03,
2006 - 09:28 pm, wrote:- 1 pair - Swim Trunks ** Lots of swimming last
time
I pack woolite and some laundry detergent to wash swimsuits and other
things that we re-wear.
10.
Theresa | December 5, 2006 at 10:41 am
Hi, like you list, especially about bringing an extra bag for Christmas gifts! Also you should bring a 30 sunscreen for your whole body, 15 is just not enough, my white brother!! Love ya, me
11.
Little Mermaid | December 5, 2006 at 10:41 am
I can’t say enough good things about Bubba Kegs, you might want to add
that to your list! They are insulted mugs that look like a small
mini-keg (sizes vary, we bought the 20 oz ones and we found that to be
perfect)and they are great to have if you walk and drink like us!
12.
Mud | December 5, 2006 at 10:41 am
dont forget your fleacollers for your ankles
13.
Yardie | December 5, 2006 at 10:42 am
Vinny from Philly on: Sunday, December 03, 2006 - 09:28 pm, wrote:I’m
11 days out
That was a perfect list Vinny - think you covered everything. Hope not
more than 50 pounds. The empty bag is always a good idea just in case.
Vinny from Philly on: Sunday, December 03, 2006 - 09:28 pm, wrote:like
300 assorted condoms
You a busy little man - sounds excessive - LOLOL !!!
14.
James008 & Tania | December 5, 2006 at 10:42 am
Vinny, your forgot to mention one of the most important items CASH!
and lots of it to buy all your friends a few rounds of drinks
15.
John Bushman | December 5, 2006 at 10:43 am
Vinny,
As noted in an earlier post, we are all looking forward to your trip
report(s). Excellent packing list and I second the suggestion about
AfterBite. It really works on da sand fleas. Safe travels. Exactly
when will you be in JA? Respect everytime. s/Bushman (da real Bushman)
16.
JL | December 5, 2006 at 9:16 pm
golf in negril? any good courses? how’s yer game?
good list, i’m checking mine twice.
blast off time is getting closer!!!!
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