As important as cheap airplane tickets and discount hotel rooms or cheap vacation packages are in making a beach vacation affordable, packing properly for such a trip can make everything go that much more smoothly.
Packing the following for a beach vacation is recommended by Independent Traveler:
Bring more than one swimsuit so that you always have one dry suit you can wear. Make certain you pack them in your carry-on.
Women should pack cover ups to wear on the beach when it gets too hot and to walk around in comfortably without feeling too exposed when only wearing a swimsuit.
Costume jewelry comes in handy when wanting to dress up a sundress for evening activities.
Men should pack lightweight button down shirts to wear in nicer restaurants. Tommy Bahama shirts are solid upscale choices.
Ideal beach shoes are flip slops, scandals or canvas tennis shoes, depending on the type of beach.
Bring a mesh or nylon bag with a distinctive pattern so that it is easy to identify on a beach. You want a bag that has inside waterproof pockets to store valuables and small electronics such as cell phones.
Make certain any gadgets you bring are waterproof or have protective covers.
Soft sided insulated totes to store drinks and snacks are easier to carry than bulky coolers.
Pack disposable wipes for quick clean ups.
Bring plastic bags that can be used to store food at the beach and to carry wet swimsuits and towels.
If you wear corrective lenses and want to snorkel, consider purchasing a prescription snorkel mask. Packing your own mask prevents communicable diseases from being passed.
Remember to bring strong sunscreen that you reapply often. If flying to your destination, purchase sunscreen towelettes that will not leak. When applying sunscreen remember to cover your face, add lip balm, and wear sunglasses and a hat.
If you will be staying at a hotel, find out before leaving home if towels and other beach amenities will be provided.
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