Next week, I am boarding an airplane for the first time in a few years and heading off to Cancun, Mexico for a 4-day trip. I am so excited for this opportunity to (finally!!) travel again and get the chance to check out a brand-new Nickelodeon™ Hotels & Resorts in Riviera Maya. Yay! Even with all of my excitement, I couldn't forget about my normal pre-vacation checklist: research travel destination, find my passport, pack my suitcase, charge my camera batteries, and so on. But now that the trip date approaches, I am 100% ready to go and wanted to share my minimalist beach vacation packing list!
Must-Have Items for Beach Vacation
Since I am flying solo, I decided to pack light and only take two bags with me: a backpack (personal item) and small rolling suitcase (carry-on). If you're traveling by car, taking kids or more family members, you might need to bring an extra suitcase or checked baggage. But for this trip I have decided to try a "less is more" approach to enjoy the trip as much as possible.
Top 10 Beach Essentials
Must-have items for this summer beach vacation
- Sunglasses
- Bathing Suit
- Cover up or rash guard with SPF
- Sandals or flip flops
- Tank tops / shorts
- Sundress
- Beach Hat
- Underwear
- Pajamas
- Refillable water bottle
Travel / Personal Items
Some of these items are so obvious, but sometimes that's the easiest things to forget!
- Passport and/or Drivers License
- Booking Confirmation / Travel Itinerary
- Cell Phone and Charger
- Small Wallet with Cards and Cash
- Toiletries and Medications
- Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hairbrush
- Sunscreen (travel size)
- Razor and Soap
- Headphones
- Camera, case, batteries
- Pen and notebook
Throughout the week, as I find more items that I need for my trip, I set them in a pile near my suitcase so I don't forget anything important. Some items I use every day, but my passport and extra pair of shoes can wait in the bag until I'm ready to go. Also, there are a few items that would be nice to have (beach towel, book, shampoo, etc.) but the hotel will provide them, or I can pick it up locally rather than bring on the airplane.
Do you have any big trips planned this year? Let me know what you think of my packing list!
Come back next week for my full review of the resort and my favorite things to do and see in Riviera Maya, Mexico!
The Nickelodeon™ Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya is a 5-star Nickelodeon-themed resort filled with playful surprises designed to ignite the spark of play for guests of all ages. Just imagine... Spongebob, Teenage Mutant Turtles, and Slime! How cool is that?
Located in Riviera Maya, Mexico, one of the world’s top destinations and just 28 km south of the Cancun Airport -- the resort features the best in food, service, and hospitality. Nickelodeon fans of all ages can embark on a culinary journey featuring the freshest and finest ingredients, ultimate relaxation with 24-hour in-room dining, personalized amenities, beach beds and spa. The resort boasts the 9-acre Nickelodeon Place and Aqua Nick, Club Nick, and Plaza Orange Entertainment.
