I always have to make one of these before I go somewhere. Since it's going to be for 30 days, I have to be sure I have all the essentials down. Then again, it's China. What's not made there?

*I'm getting most of these from the Gecko's Adventure Center booklet but adding a few adjustments.

Basics
- passport
- insurance policy photocopy
- tour joining instructions
- Travelers Checks/cash/ATM card
- plane tickets
- mugger's wallet
- Huangshan hotel reservation papers
- tour guide fee in cash
- travel guide book

Personal Items
- toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, hairbrush/combs, hair clips, lotion, shampoo, facewash, sunscreen, contacts, contact solution, glasses, cosmetics)
- tissues/toilet paper/tampons/wetwipes
- battery shaver/tweezer
- face towel
- cellphone/alarm clock and charger
- Chinese cellphone
- ziplock bags/plastic bags
- purification tablets
- mini-backpack
- mp3 player and charging cord
- laptop or netbook and charger
- universal plug adapter

First Aid
- bandages
- ointment
- antiseptic solution
- aspirin
- antibiotics and anti-diarrhea (Seirogan A)
- tea tree oil or calamine lotion for insect bites
- small scissors
Clothing
- poncho/windbreaker
- baseball cap
- socks, low-rise and knee-highs :)
- cotton t-shirts
- thin long sleeved shirts
- a pair of jeans
- loose fitting slacks, skirts, sundresses
- undergarnments/sleepwear
- light sweaters and a jacket
- workout clothing
- two pairs of sneakers, hiking shoes, slippers

Camping Equipment
- sleeping bag
- extra sheet
- small pillow
- binoculars
- digital camera and battery charger
- maybe a canteen for tea or something