Key Points:
- Pack swimwear, beach towel, sunscreen, and sun hat.
- Choose breathable clothing and comfy footwear.
- Bring flip-flops or sandals for beach walks.
- Carry a cooler bag with drinks and snacks.
- Use a waterproof bag to safeguard valuables.
Check the weather last minute so that you know it won't change (much). By then, you'll also know your weekend plans and can pack and dress accordingly. No need to worry about any “just in case” stuff. Pack a small backpack and limit yourself to one outfit (or less) per day.
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Glass containers are not allowed on any beaches. Bring plastic and paper for your beach goodies, and, of course, dispose of those items properly. Metal shovels move too much sand and are not allowed. You can bring a small plastic shovel for building sandcastles, but excessive digging is not permitted.
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As recommended by the CDC, you should get tested with a viral test 1-3 days before your trip—some destinations may even require you to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result to avoid a mandatory quarantine. In any case, make sure you get tested with enough time to receive your results back before you travel.
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T-shirts, tank tops and camisoles should be washed after each wearing. Outer clothes like dress shirts and khakis can be worn a few times before washing unless it is hot out and you are sweating or they are visibly dirty or stained. Jeans can typically be worn 3 times before washing.
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It is best to have two pairs of bottoms (pants, shorts, or skirts) for each week that you'll be staying. Plan on bringing four shirts per week, and two jackets to layer for warmth (if you're traveling to a cool or cold destination). For a two-week trip, you need four bottoms and eight tops.
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Start your packing process days or even weeks ahead of your departure date; this gives you time to craft a complete list, plus purchase any additional items you might need for your vacation. Creating a packing list is a fail-safe way to ensure that you never, ever forget to bring something important.
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9 Pack Smart When Minimalist Packing Don't be afraid to stuff things into your shoes, roll up cables into neat bunches, keep a separate bag of toiletries, use packing cubes to keep things organized, and think of what Marie Kondo would do when you go about folding your clothes.
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At the beach
- Use Sunscreen. We get it, we get it - you want to leave the beach a glowing goddess with sun-kissed skin (we do too). ...
- Use Scalp Sunscreen. ...
- Find the Right Bathing Suit. ...
- Wear a Sarong or Cover Up. ...
- Accessorize! ...
- Wear the Right Footwear. ...
- Wet Hair with Fresh Water. ...
- Kérastase Crème UV Sublime Hair Creme.
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