Only one more day till Friday! I’m always excited for the weekend (I mean, who isn’t!?) but I’m particularly counting down the days until Saturday because I am headed to the beautiful beaches of Mexico! That’s what gave me the inspiration for today’s post – my vacation must haves!
I’m not going to bore you with a list of the oh-so obvious essentials like bathing suits, sunscreen etc. but instead, my list is all about those little things that we may forget time and time again. Enjoy!
1. A Hat (Fedora, Floppy, you choose!)
They might take up room in that carry-on of yours but don’t leave without a hat of some kind! It’s a way of not only protecting your face from harmful UV rays but it’s also a way of bringing your style with you to the beach! Don’t think you don’t look good in hats – chances are you just haven’t found the right style that fits you!
2. Lip Balm with SPF
So important yet so easy to forget (at least for me!) When out in the sun, your lips too can get sunburned. I’ll save you the story but from experience, it is not a good time. Grab a lip balm with SPF protection like this Jack Black Lip Balm from Sephora
3. A Beach Bag
There’s not much you have to bring to enjoy laying poolside or lounging on the sand but if there is one thing I cannot go without, it’s my beach bag. I hate not knowing where everything of mine is or whether or not I forgot something back at the hotel. Having a big (but not too big) of a beach bag that can carry all your essentials makes your vacation that much more ‘functional’!
4. Versatile Sundress
Think the whole motto ‘from day to night’ here. Pack a sundress that can easily be thrown over a bathing suit during the day but can also be dressed up and work for night-time. You may be doing several different things in one day so finding something versatile not only lightens your suitcase but it also gives you more time enjoying your vaca and less time planning outfits for day and night!
5. Reusable Water Bottle
This is one must have that I have recently added to my list. I found that bottled water usually doesn’t go for cheap and well, we all need a little H20. A reusable water bottle is way more money savvy as well as functional in my opinion. This is especially important if you plan on doing a lot of walking, hiking etc. on your trip.
Let me know in the comments what your must haves are for a beach-side getaway! Happy Vacationing!
Hugs,
Kels