Q&A for How to Pack for a 4 Day School Trip

Most buses and planes allow for one carry on bag and one larger piece of luggage to be stowed in another compartment. Check with the teacher if you're not sure how much room you have. Once you arrive, you can unpack your things in your room, leaving enough space for your roommates.

A lot of people pack the night before, but it is probably best to pack two or three days before so that you can make sure you don't forget anything. Between now and then you can make a list of what you need to pack so that it goes smoothly.

Give them to a friend/teacher/caretaker, or leave them with the front desk if you're staying in a hotel. Ideally, you should just avoid bringing anything valuable.

Bring something biggish, but not so big that it can't fit in the back of a car with other bags. Perhaps a duffel bag would do the trick.

It depends on the length of your trip. If it is just overnight, then bring a duffel bag. Any more than that, bring a suitcase.

It depends on the length of the trip. If you are going on a trip for more than 2 days, that should be plenty of room to fit everything you need for the trip. If you are going for 1-2 days, a small suitcase should be fine. If you are going for more than a week, consider taking more luggage. Enjoy your trip!

If you have too many toiletries, see if you can eliminate any that you don't really need. If you can't take out any non-essential ones, you should probably get a bigger bag.

Generally, Ottawa will be cold. Make sure to pack your hat, scarf and gloves. Also make sure to pack jumpers and a winter coat if necessary.

First of all, tell your teacher or chaperone! They may call or go to the police station. If possible, don't bring valuables on a school trip. Never try to catch the criminal yourself; always tell an adult!

You shouldn't have to pack more than one suitcase and a small purse/backpack. Try to bring only the essentials so your classmates have room to put their things on the bus as well. You won't need that much stuff for 3 days.

You should put a change of clean clothes, entertainment such as books or cards, gum if you are flying, and if you are a girl, makeup or a hairbrush. Have fun!

If you are sitting next to one or more friends, you can bring cards or puzzles. Even just an empty notebook with a few colored pencils will do.

You should pack a few tank tops and t-shirts and a couple of pairs of shorts. This will work for either gender and should help to keep you cool. You might also want to bring sunglasses and comfortable shoes for walking.

As long as the instructions you've been given for the field trip do not expressly forbid bringing your phone, it should be fine. Just make sure you don't lose it.

A water bottle, a coat if it is likely to rain, snacks, and a phone if they are allowed. If it is a long journey, you can also bring some small games to play with. Remember to bring any medication you might need including travel sickness pills, and don’t forget to check your school’s rules on what you are allowed to bring. Wear comfortable shoes.

You probably can, however you should ask a member of your school staff, as they should know better. Phone service may be intermittent there, however.

In London in June it is summer so it is recommended to bring some warm weather clothes, light clothes, shorts, skirts etc. London is generally warmed than elsewhere in England, so layering is best, to avoid getting too hot; take a jacket or cardigan for evenings.

It's really up to you. If you normally use your skincare products every day, it's a good idea to bring them, especially if you're prone to acne breakouts.

That depends on whether your school allows edibles on the trip. Most schools generally do, but it would be advisable if you checked with your trip guidelines or a chaperone.

If you'll mostly be sightseeing, a duffel bag or a medium-large travel backpack would be big enough to fit all your clothes, toiletries, and supplies. If you need to do schoolwork while on the trip, you should pack all your school objects in one backpack, and bring the rest of your things in a small rolling suitcase. (Carry-on size.)

Bring a slightly larger backpack, with lots of food, two water bottles and an extra pair of undies. Bring a wide brim hat and wear comfy shoes. Make sure to bring sunscreen and lip balm. Bring some food to share with friends. Pack a good book, maybe some card games. A notebook and some coloured pencils are good. Bring a pack of mints in case your breath gets a bit smelly. Lollies (candies) are good as well. If you don't mind making a slight fool of yourself, sing some songs with your mates, that everyone knows like True Blue, or Waltzing Matilda. But most importantly have fun!

Start by packing your backpack for now, then on a day closer to the trip, pack your suitcase.

Simply call out "Is someone there?" If there is, they will answer. If it's vacant, and nobody replies, you can go in. Some bathrooms have indicators to tell you if it's vacant or occupied.

Make a list. Add little boxes to the side of each item, so you can tick/check mark each item when it has been packed.

Consider taking only a medium/small suitcase and a backpack for the trip. Fill the backpack with necessities, such as a change of clothes and women's products if you're a girl. Fill the suitcase with all your items you will not need on the bus/flight/car/etc.

Take some books or small items like playing cards. If you want to take a big item, try to find one that is smaller, like a Frisbee (foldable ones exist) instead of a ball, or a small comic book instead of a big chapter book.

Make a list of those activities on one sheet of paper; then list what you'll need for each activity. You can make those items into a checklist so that you can draw check marks for each item you pack. Keep in mind that there might be a change in weather; so check the weather for that location beforehand.

Ask a parent or make sure you have the packing list to fold your clothing or have a bag that has compartments. Put the stuff you need often on the top or on the outside of the backpack. Things that you won't need during the day, you can put at the bottom, e.g. pajamas (if you wear them). Alternatively, if your bag or suitcase is big enough, divide your clothes into day, night and dirty (put in a plastic bag). Don't pack more than you need, because carrying a heavy bag or backpack will tire you quickly.