What To Pack For A Condo Beach Vacation
It might sound funny – packing for a condo vacation. It’s not. Packing for any type of vacation is always stressful. That’s why I’ve put together this list on what to pack for a condo beach vacation. One more thing, don’t forget to check out the packing checklist at the bottom of this post!
Now is the time of year to plan your last minute summer getaways! Particularly those within driving distance if you’re looking to spend less than $200 on a hotel. Beach destinations are ideal for both: there is plenty of sand to lounge upon and the water is amazing! For an added bonus, choose condo rental properties that feature pools and hot tubs so you can hang out in the elements even when it’s raining (and it will be.) As a homeowner, I want to share with you my recommended list of what to pack for a condo beach vacation.
Is your condo beach vacation a bust? Don’t worry, let me guess, it’s because you forgot to pack any of these ten things…
Condo beach vacations are full of fun things to do and plenty of space to let your imagination run wild. That being said, they don’t have the room-to-room luxuries of a typical hotel room.
What To Pack For A Condo Beach Vacation
Are you heading to the beach and staying in a condo? If you’re anything like me, then preparation is key. Don’t leave packing to chance. Most people end up forgetting something and as a result, they have a bad experience when they arrive at their destination. Following this guide will ensure that you are covered for all of your needs during your vacation getaway.
Before you get on your flight to the beach, it is important that you go through your travel checklist to ensure that you are able to spend a great amount of time at the beach. Just remember: the more helpful items you pack, the longer amount of time you’ll be able to spend there!
Everything You Need: Packing List for a 7-Day Beach Vacation
The lure of the wide open spaces, endless sunshine and lapping waves calls to us every year. But packing for a week at the beach with a family? It makes us miss the good old days when all we did was throw a bikini in a backpack.
Alas, we need more stuff now — so much stuff that it’s hard to remember it all. This beach vacation packing list makes it easy. From tank tops and rash guards to electronics and disinfectants, this list is designed to ensure you never again get to the beach only to discover you forgot something you really need.
DOWNLOAD THE PACKING LIST HERE
Personal Items to Pack for the Beach
These personal items may seem like a no-brainer, but are often some of the most forgotten items:
- Drivers Licenses
- Credit Cards or Debit Cards
- Cash
- Health Insurance cards
- Auto insurance cards
- Rental/Hotel Confirmation Information
Pack all of those things in your carryon and keep them close by on the beach with a cell phone case that holds cards. TravelingMom Nasreen Stump says with four kids she hates juggling a purse. She swears by Smartish card holder phone cases. They comfortably hold 3 cards and are made by an Austin, Texas company. With price tags on most under $16 it’s a worthwhile buy for beach or every day.
What Clothes to Pack for a Beach Vacation
A trip to the beach requires much more than just swimsuits and flip-flops. Make sure you’re prepared for the activities after you dry the water and shake the sand off with the following items:
- 2 bathing suits each (If swimsuit shopping makes you shudder we’d like to mention Miraclesuit swimsuits. The tummy control on them will have you saying “What is this sorcery!” And here is our favorite collection of kids swimsuits.)
- Swim cover ups or sarong
- Rashguard with SPF sun protection
- Underwear & bras
- Socks
- Belts
- T-Shirts
- Shorts
- Sundresses/skirts
- Jeans/capris
- Dinner outfits
- Light jackets/wrap
- Running/Tennis/Workout Clothes/Workout Bras (Try these yoga pants with a pocket for your phone!)
- Running GPS
- Pajamas
- Robe
- Sanuk Yoga Mat Flip Flops
- Water shoes (We like these from Aleader.)
- Sandals (investing in a good pair of sandals that can be used for a variety of activities is a good idea, we love this pair!)
- Sneakers – Tennis & Running
- Good sun hat (Try this sun hat. It’s simple and super cute!)
And bring along some dryer sheets — they are great for brushing off the sand when you leave the beach. It’s just one of the ingenious uses for dryer sheets on vacation!
Toiletries for Everyone
Save the trip to the local convenience store or hotel concierge by packing your own must-have bathroom essentials:
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Toothbrush (these are our favorite travel toothbrushes that we keep on hand for packing)
- Toothpaste
- Floss
- Lotion
- Aloe
- Deodorant
- Razors
- Flat iron
- Hairdryer
- Brushes/Combs
- Hair elastics and clips
- Hair cream
- Gel
- Scarf
- Shower Cap
- Safety Pins
- Contacts & case
- Contact solution
- Glasses
- Makeup bag (Our TravelingMoms rave about this Lay-n-Go makeup bag. It makes it easy to see all your stuff.)
- Feminine products
- Jewelry/watches
- Perfume/cologne
- Cotton swabs/cotton balls
- Nail polish & remover
- Nail clipper and file
- Vaseline
- Air freshener
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This packing list for the beach will ensure that you don’t forget anything for the perfect beach vacation.
Don’t Forget the Medicine
The last thing anyone wants on a vacation is to fall ill or get injured. However, it is always best to be prepared for emergencies by having medication handy:
- Mine
- Husband’s
- The Kids’
- First-Aid Kit – w/Band-Aids, ointment, after-sun burn treatments like aloe vera, etc. (Check out our DIY beach first aid kit.)
- Vitamins
- Motrin
- Benadryl
Anti-Covid-19 Hygiene Items to Pack
Travel has drastically changed since COVID-19 rocked our world. Now more than ever, keeping safe and sanitary is an absolute must, no matter where we go or how we get there. Make sure to have the following items at the top of your luggage: