What should I pack for a 5 night beach holiday?

Your wardrobe may vary depending on the season, but the most important thing is to wear comfortable shoes!
  • Swimwear, I'd take two sets to be on the safe side.
  • Trousers, shorts/skirt.
  • Belt (if required)
  • T-shirts, tops.
  • Pullover (worth having for a cold flight)
  • Rain jacket.
  • Underwear.
  • Socks.




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For a 5 day vacation, you will want to bring 2-3 pairs of shorts or pants, 3-4 tops, a light jacket (or a heavy jacket, depending on where you are traveling), and 1 formal outfit if you are planning on attending a nice restaurant or event. If you are going to the beach, pack 2-3 swimsuits/trunks.

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Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat. The list should be adjusted to suit your needs.

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The Travel Capsule Wardrobe: The Rule of 3 This is more than wearing every piece you pack at least 3 times. Pack all items with the intention of wearing each item in a variety of outfits that work in at least three different occasion types. This could be dressy, professional, and casual.

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What not to pack: 10 items you really shouldn't take on holiday
  • Toiletries.
  • Holiday reading.
  • Clothes (you bought at the last minute)
  • Salad cream.
  • Hair straighteners.
  • Valuables.
  • Towels.
  • Guidebooks.


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But before exposing yourself to the sun, here is some advice to help you protect your skin.
  1. Hydrate your skin. ...
  2. Exfoliate your skin. ...
  3. Make sure your diet is rich in carotene and vitamin E. ...
  4. Expose yourself to the sun progressively.


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Here are some simple tips to help you avoid overpacking for your next beach vacation:
  1. Create a packing list and stick to it.
  2. Be realistic about your clothing needs. ...
  3. Don't bring uncomfortable footwear, as you likely won't wear them or need them on your trip.
  4. Know yourself and your interests.


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If you have unlimited suitcase space and don't want to do any laundry, a two-week trip means packing 14/2 = 7 bras and at least 14 pairs of underwear. That consumes a lot of valuable suitcase space! To reduce the number of pieces that need to be packed, simply commit to doing laundry on the road.

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Avoid packing for situations that are unlikely to happen. For example, you don't need to pack rain gear if you're visiting somewhere dry, or a winter coat if you're going to the tropics — you won't end up using them. The same thing goes for anything you might do. If you aren't a hiker, don't bring hiking boots.

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Most frequent travelers swear by the “3 pairs of shoes” rule, which is to pack two pairs of functional and comfortable shoes and one pair that's a little more formal and dressier.

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