I was so excited about my upcoming trip I wasn\u2019t even fazed and got right into it! <\/p>
If you\u2019re playing mas and also attending a few fetes and not sure what to bring, I\u2019ve for you covered. Here are my top packing suggestions to ensure your trip is seamless and oh-so-fun! <\/p>
Pin Me for Later! <\/em><\/p> Even though I rely heavily on my phone for all my important information, I still like to make copies of my passport, driver\u2019s license, fete tickets, accommodations, costume registration, and costume pick-up directions. <\/p> The worst-case scenario, you have a backup if something happens to your phone. A friend of mine also gave me the great idea of keeping a written emergency list. <\/p> I didn\u2019t do that this time, but I will do it for my future travels. <\/p> If you’re only planning on visiting London for a few days, then packing in a carry-on is your best bet. Unfortunately, I tried my hardest to pack light and was unsuccessful. I used a mid to large-sized suitcase that honestly needs to be replaced. <\/p> I finally invested in packing cubes<\/a>; my goodness, they are a game-changer! The packing cubes made a huge difference and helped me stay organized. I didn\u2019t have to dig through my entire suitcase for one item, only to see a pile of clothes sitting behind me. <\/p> Packing cubes are a fantastic investment. Get you some; trust me, you\u2019ll thank me later! <\/p> It\u2019s no secret the weather in London can be gray, rainy, and cold. Thankfully, the weather was warm and sunny. <\/p> A week or so before your trip, add London to your weather app and checked it daily to help narrow your packing list. <\/p> Here are the essential items I packed for Notting Hill Carnival: <\/p> Clothing: <\/strong>London weather is unpredictable; fortunately, <\/strong>I lucked out, and it only rained on the first day! The temperature was perfect mid-70s during the day and not too cool at night. <\/p> Depending on the weather, be sure to pack breathable and lightweight clothing. Layers come in handy.<\/p> Adding accessories and embellishments goes a long way to complete your entire look. For the parade, I wore colorful face jewelry and shimmery eye makeup. Bring extra face jewelry in case they fall off.<\/p> Here are a few other accessories:<\/p> Most fetes are outside, which means you\u2019ll be in the sun. My fete purse consists of tissues, mints, body spray, and deodorant. Mix dancing in the hot sun and drinking; it makes for a sweaty combination. <\/p> Making sure to have everything I needed for J\u2019ouvert was top of my list. Sunday is reserved for dutty mas or extended J\u2019ouvert. I skipped it so I could catch a few extra zzzs. Don\u2019t worry if you sleep through the 6:00 am J\u2019ouvert; you\u2019ll have plenty of time to party. <\/p> Carnival Monday has arrived! Plan to be outside all day. You should have your costume, wristband, stockings, comfortable carnival shoes, and a small fanny pack or thigh purse for everything you\u2019ll need for the day. The objective of the day, keep it light and simple.<\/p> Packing for Notting Hill Carnival was pretty simple, given a lot of the essentials are the same for other carnivals I\u2019ve attended in the past. The excitement of playing mas and jamming to soca music made my packing experience much more fun. I should listen to soca music every time I pack; that would prob make me want to pack sooner! <\/p> Ok, now it\u2019s your turn to tell me what I missed! What are your packing tips for Notting Hill Carnival? Share your best NHC packing hacks below! <\/p> <\/p> In typical fashion, I waited until the very last minute to pack for London’s Notting Hill Carnival (NHC).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3695,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[82,87,84,88,85],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-3752","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-carnival","8":"category-england","9":"category-europe","10":"category-london","11":"category-packing","12":"entry"},"aioseo_notices":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/IMG_6540-600x400.jpeg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/IMG_6540-600x600.jpeg","author_info":{"display_name":"Lady Chin","author_link":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/author\/cmhooper\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3752","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3752"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3752\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4569,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3752\/revisions\/4569"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3695"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3752"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3752"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3752"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"An](\"https:\/\/travelwithladychin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/143-683x1024.png\")
<\/figure>What to pack for Notting Hill Carnival: <\/h2>
A complete packing list for women<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div>Travel documents<\/h2>
Luggage<\/h2>
Packing cubes <\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div>Clothing & footwear<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div>Miscellaneous clothing I packed for my six-day stay in London:<\/h3>
Accessories<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>What to bring to a fete<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div>J\u2019ouvert must-haves<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div>Essentials for the road<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div>Toiletries<\/h2>
Health<\/h2>
Electronics<\/h2>
Miscellaneous items<\/h2>
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<\/figure><\/div>Conclusion – Lady Chin\u2019s Two Cents<\/h2>
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