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Essential Items for Your Travel Packing List for Cold Destinations (31 Items)

Items to Bring for Cold-Weather Vacations: A Comprehensive Checklist

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Reviewer equipped with black bag on waist during assessment

Essential Items for Your Travel Packing List for Cold Destinations (31 Items)

Vibe-ing for the Slopes: Essential Gear You Need for a Snow-tastic Adventure

By Christina Enrico, BuzzFeed Contributor

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Get ready to conquer the mountains, or at least look adorable trying! 🏔️

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1. Stay Handy with a Waterproof Fanny Pack

Various shades of stickers available: black, blue, and red.

When you're bundled up like a marshmallow, the last thing you need is another bulky bag dragging you down. This adorable fanny pack offers plenty of room for your essentials, so you can keep your hands free for ski poles and hot cocoa ☕️🔥.

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2. Finger-Friendly Fleece-Lined Gloves

Images depicting numerous snowballs fashioned using a snowball maker

Send those mountain selfies with pride knowing your digits won't freeze mid-snap ❄️📸.

Red and Blue DIY Snowball Mold Kits

3. Personalized Stickers for Your Snowboard or Skis

Skier clad in blue-brown, intricately patterned, head-to-toe ski attire.

Lose your gear? Hopefully not - but if you do, these fun stickers will help reunite you with your ride. Not afraid to play a little white-knuckle prank on your family? We don't condone withholding the snowball maker, but these stickers did cross our minds... Snowball fights are so on.

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4. The Ultimate Snowball Making Machine

Skier employs ski and pole carrier to maintaining skis on ski slope

Packing instant gratification into every snowball, this crafty molder makes the winter wonderland even more exciting ❄️🕶️. Feel free to play keep-away with the fam or use your superior snow tower construction skills to dominate the game. Wink wink. 😉

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5. Throwback to the '80s with a Retro Ski suit

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Channel your inner Aspen socialite by slipping into this chic, full-body suit 👗🏔️. From its festive patterns to that signature '80s cut, you're sure to stand out on the slopes and collect cards for a game of Go Fish from envious skiers.

Multi-function Hair Appliance: Pink Dryer and Straightener Combined

6. Ski and Pole Carrier

Protective Carrying Case for Secure Transportation of Valuables

There's nothing more iced than wrangling with your skis and poles while trying to navigate those snowy mounds. Let this carrier keep your gear neatly in tow as you brave the terrain 🏇️. Your arms will thank you!

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7. Waterproof, Windproof Jacket for Easy Breezy Ventures

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Designed for runners, but perfect for snowman-building with the family, this lightweight, repel shell jacket extends protection from your shoulders down to your ankles 🌧️. Say goodbye to wet, frigid adventures.

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8. Cozy Up with a Sherpa-Lined Infinity Scarf

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Ward off frostbite as you strike a pose for the 'gram in front of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree 🌲❄️. You'll be so warm and fuzzy in this cute scarf, it's as if a polar bear joined your family for the holidays.

Examiner Testing Compact, Battery-Powered Hand Warming Device

9. Mini Hair Tools Travel Kit

Long coat with fur-trimmed hood in black, paired with a blue top and black trousers beneath.

That oversized snowsuit has taken over your suitcase - pried open a space for your hair tools with this handy travel kit 💁 ‍♀️. Say goodbye to helmet hair and rack up those Insta likes.

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10. Packing Cubes for a Neat and Tightly Conformed Bag

Stop fretting about overweight luggage and leaving behind your bulky outerwear. These compression packing cubes optimize suitcase space so you can extend your runway wardrobe 🛃.

11. Thermal Underwear to Keep Your Toes Warm and Toasty

No more shivering in whispers as you huddle close against your vacation buddies on those chilly nights. These thermal underwear give a much-needed boost to your everyday leggings, so you can stay warm and cozy no matter where winter hits ❄️.

12. Digital Luggage Scale for Worry-Free Travels

Weigh your bags, ditch the extra layers if necessary, and ensure you don't cross into overweight territory 🎒. Happy travels!

13. Rechargeable Hand Warmers to Stay Toasty All Day

Say bye-bye to the break 'n' shake hand-warmers that barely last an hour! This electric pocket heater has three heat levels and a large battery capacity, keeping you warm and comfy throughout your mountain escapades 🔥.

14. Full-Body Waterproof Puffer Coat

Brazen the elements and stay warm from head to toe ❄️ with this long water- and wind-resistant puffer coat. With its sleek design, you'll be the best dressed snow bunny on the mountain!

15. Waterproof Socks for Dry, Comfy Feet

Safeguard your toes from the snow and chilly, damp ground 💦 with these waterproof socks, perfect for unexpected snowball jousting

  1. To keep your essentials close yet hands-free for ski poles and hot cocoa, consider an ergonomic, waterproof fanny pack for your snow-tastic adventure on the slopes.
  2. Equipped with finger-friendly, fleece-lined gloves, send glorious snow selfies without worrying about freezing fingers.
  3. Personalize your snowboard or skis with fun stickers, ensuring they stand out in the freelance-market on the slopes or to play a little white-knuckle prank on your family.
  4. Elevate your snowball game with the ultimate snowball making machine, designed to create instant gratification and keep the winter wonderland even more thrilling.
  5. For those who love the '80s vibe, throwback to the iconic era with a retro ski suit that will undoubtedly make you stand out on the slopes and draw admiration from other skiers.
  6. The ski and pole carrier can keep your gear in check as you traverse the terrain, making maneuvering through snowy mounds a breeze.
  7. A waterproof, windproof jacket will provide easy breezy protection, perfect for runners and snowman-building with the family.
  8. Wrapped cozily in a Sherpa-lined infinity scarf, you'll stay warm and snug as you take photos in front of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
  9. With a mini hair tools travel kit, have a chic ski-looking style without the hassle of helmet hair and achieve Instagram-worthy visuals.
  10. Use packing cubes to optimize suitcase space for your ski gear, extending your runway wardrobe so you can suit up in style.
  11. Dress up your leggings with thermal underwear to keep your toes warm and toasty throughout your snow-filled adventures.
  12. Stay on top of your luggage weight by using a digital luggage scale and ensure worry-free travels.
  13. Rechargeable hand warmers provide long-lasting warmth with adjustable heat levels, keeping you snug and comfortable through your entire mountain escapade.
  14. Protect yourself from the elements with a full-body waterproof puffer coat, giving you sleek style as the best-dressed snow bunny on the slopes.
  15. Keep your feet dry and comfortable with waterproof socks, ideal for protecting your toes from snow and the chilly, damp ground.
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