So, you’re taking a trip to the beach? I bet you can almost feel the sand between your toes and hear the waves crashing right now.

Before you get to frolic in paradise somewhere, you have to pack first. Travelling is awesome but deciding what you need to take along with you can be a daunting task, especially if you need to pack for your entire family.

If you’re going on a beach vacation, there are some essentials that you should take with you. At the end of this post, you’ll find a free, handy beach vacation packing list PDF you can download.

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Beach Vacation Packing List

Beach Essentials

There are some items that you absolutely need when you’re at the beach:

Beach bag
Sunscreen/ sunblock
Lip balm with sunscreen
Water bottle
Bathing suit(s)
Cover-up
Sunglasses
Hat
Towel
Sandals/ Slippers

Beach Extras

These are items that are nice to have especially when travelling with kids:

Beach safe
Umbrella
Beach blanket
Chairs
Cooler/ Insulated bag
Beach toys
Safety/ Flotation devices
Mask/ Snorkel/ Fins
Sports gear
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Music player

Clothes

Take these clothes with you so you’ll be ready for anything from a stroll on the sand to a nice dinner.

Underwear
Sleepwear
Casual shirts
Dress shirts
Jeans
Pants/ Trousers
Shorts
Dresses
Leisure shoes
Dress shoes
Socks
Light jacket
Belts
Jewelry
Handbag/ clutch bag

Toiletries

Of course, you need basic toiletries for any kind of trip:

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Floss
Soap
Deodorant
Shampoo
Conditioner
Comb/ Brush
Hair products
Lotion
Shaving supplies
Makeup
Makeup remover
Feminine hygiene products
Nail file/ Nail clippers
Hand sanitizer
Medication
Vitamins
Pain reliever
Anti-diarrheal medication
Glasses
Contact lenses
Saline solution

Travel Essentials

Without some of the following items, you won’t even be able to go on your trip, so ensure you have them:

Passport/ Visa/ Other I.D. & Passport Holder
Itinerary
Wallet/ Purse
Cash
Credit cards/ ATM cards
Medical insurance card
Travel insurance card
Cell phone/ Tablet/ Laptop
Electronic chargers
Voltage adaptor
Camera
Memory cards & batteries
List of medications
Emergency contact
Credit card contact
Snacks

Why You Need A Beach Packing List

Having a checklist of items that you need to pack means you’re far less likely to forget something important. It will also save you time and money because you won’t need to buy the forgotten item(s) when you get to your destination. You want to enjoy your vacation as soon as you land, not look for the nearest place to buy a toothbrush.

If you need to pack for your family, print a copy of the list for each person going on the trip. That way, you can make sure you have the necessities for everyone. The checklist can also be helpful for other types of trips. Simply skip the beach-related items.

Download the Beach Vacation Packing List.

Being an organized traveler reduces your stress so you can enjoy your vacation. So, for your next beach vacation, pack ahead of time using this beach packing list.

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