Make a packing list that fits the weather
beginner⏱ Rough guide only: 30 minutes
Can AI make a packing list for my trip?
Tell ChatGPT the destination, month, length, luggage limits, activities and who's travelling, and ask for a grouped packing list with essentials marked. Check the forecast and your airline's baggage rules yourself before you pack.
Copy-and-paste prompt
Swap the bits in [square brackets] for your own details.
Make a packing list for [number] days in [destination] in [month]. Luggage: [carry-on only / suitcase]. Activities: [list]. Travellers: [e.g. 2 adults, 1 toddler]. Group by category and mark the essentials.
How to do it
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Copy the prompt below and replace everything in [square brackets] with your details.
- Read the answer and ask follow-up questions to adjust it.
- Save or print the result you're happy with.
What a good answer looks like
Edinburgh, 5 days, October, carry-on only, 2 adults
ESSENTIALS ★: passports/ID ★, phone + charger ★, bank cards ★, medication ★
Clothes: waterproof jacket ★, 1 warm jumper each, 4 tops, 2 trousers, comfy walking shoes ★
Toiletries (100ml bottles in clear bag ★): toothpaste, deodorant…
Extras: compact umbrella, plug adaptor (not needed from UK), reusable water bottle.
Recommended tools
Fast and thorough, with no forgotten essentials.
Top tips
- Check your airline's latest liquid and baggage rules.
Frequently asked questions
Does it know the weather?
Not reliably. Check a live forecast a few days before you leave.
Will it know baggage rules?
Rules vary by airline – check your airline's website.
Useful sources
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