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Everyone looks forward to a beach vacation! Here's a checklist to make sure you've got everything you need for the sand, surf and sun!
General Apparel (must haves):
[ ] Wallet and/or purse and cash (sometimes we forget the most obvious things)
[ ] Credit cards and/or traveler's checks (plus list of numbers of both)
[ ] ID or driver's license
[ ] Car and house keys (plus duplicate sets kept in different bags)
[ ] Eyeglasses and/or contact lenses (plus lens cleaner)
[ ] Watch
[ ] Medical insurance cards
[ ] Prescriptions and other medications
[ ] Itineraries, tickets and reservation confirmations
[ ] Maps and directions
[ ] Books and magazines for kids and adults
[ ] Toys, playing cards, small games
[ ] Disposable wipes (or put damp paper towels in zippered plastic bags)
[ ] First-aid kit (see first aid kit checklist)
[ ] Camera and film
Clothing and Beach Items:
[ ] Complete change of clothes for each person per day (think cool, comfortable clothing)--though if you are renting a place with laundry facilities, you may be able to get away with less
[ ] Lightweight sweater or jacket and long pants for cooler evenings
[ ] Swimsuits (two per person, so you'll always have a dry one)
[ ] Beach towels (again two per person is ideal)
[ ] Beach cover-ups or roomy T-shirts (to throw on over swimsuit when you've had enough sun)
[ ] Baseball caps or wide-brim hats (to protect faces from sun)
[ ] Sunglasses with UV protection for adults
[ ] Sandals (rubber, plastic or waterproof are best)
[ ] Waterproof sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher (bring along enough to allow for liberal re-application even if it is waterproof)
[ ] Lip balm with sunscreen
[ ] Aloe vera gel
[ ] Body lotion for after-sun
[ ] Insect repellent (some sunscreens for kids contain insect repellent and vice versa)
[ ] Anti-itch cream (for bug bites)
[ ] Large beach bag for toting above items (a mesh bag won't allow sand to collect)
[ ] Cooler with water, other beverages and watery fruits such as grapes (stay hydrated!)
[ ] Water safety devices for young swimmers (be sure these are intended as such and check beach regulations for use)
[ ] Buckets and shovels
[ ] Sand castle molds (use empty deli containers, yogurt cups or two-liter plastic bottles with the upper half cut off)
[ ] Frisbee, paddle ball, inflatable beach ball and other simple beach toys
[ ] Inflatable flotation devices (check safety regulations)
[ ] Kite
[ ] Zippered plastic bags for collecting shells (or collecting wet suits after a day trip to the beach)
[ ] Folding beach chairs
[ ] Beach umbrella (some beaches and hotels rent these)
[ ] Large family-size blanket or quilt to spread out on beach
Personal Care:
[ ] Toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss and mouthwash
[ ] Deodorant
[ ] Combs, brushes, hair accessories, blow dryer (if hotel does not provide one)
[ ] Shampoo and conditioner
[ ] Shaving supplies
[ ] Cosmetics
[ ] Nail clippers, scissors and emery boards
[ ] Tweezers
[ ] Cotton balls and/or swabs
[ ] Feminine hygiene items
For the Baby:
[ ] Car seat
[ ] Diaper bag
[ ] Disposable diapers
[ ] Changing pad
[ ] Baby powder and lotion
[ ] Zippered plastic bags
[ ] Wet wipes
[ ] Bathing supplies
[ ] Nursing pads and burp pads
[ ] Bibs
[ ] Baby food and spoon
[ ] Bottles, nipples and caps
[ ] Formula and/or juice
[ ] Pacifiers
[ ] Collapsible stroller with canopy or umbrella
[ ] Front or back child-carrying pack, or sling style
[ ] Blankets
[ ] Waterproof sheets
[ ] Bathing supplies
[ ] Large plastic bags for wet clothes (can also be used as a changing pad in a pinch)
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