Pack like a pro: 15 travel essentials for a spectacular winter getaway

Whether you're heading to Sundance for its celebrity-studded film festival or hitting the slopes in Greece (Emirates flies non-stop to Athens!), any kind of winter getaway is poised to be memorable. But if there's one thing that can make or break a trip, it's what you pack.

It doesn't matter if you're an overpacker or the type of person who wears the same outfit 5 times over: preparing for a winter destination is a whole different ball game. Everything you bring should have a purpose. How do you ensure you're warm and fashionable? Is there moisturizer and makeup in one? And how do I lug a week's worth of clothing without breaking my back?

Fear not. We're here to making your vacation planning go a little bit smoother with this list of essentials. Scroll through above to see the travel must-haves you best not forget this winter. Happy exploring!