Life Travel Travel Planning Beach Vacation Packing Checklist Use this cheat sheet to remind yourself of what you need to pack (beyond clothes, of course!). By Adam Bluestein and Ingela Ratledge Amundson Ingela Ratledge Amundson Ingela is a writer and editor with over two decades of experience in print and digital publications. As a freelance writer, she has contributed articles to numerous magazines, including Real Simple. Ingela is currently the lead editor of Wirecutter's baby and kid product coverage for The New York Times. Highlights: Lead editor at Wirecutter for baby and kid products Former senior editor at TV Guide Former features director at Life & Style and staff writer at US Weekly Freelance writer for numerous online and print publications Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 20, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: JAMES BAIGRIE Accessories Beach bagFlip-flopsGlasses and/or contact lenses, if necessary (bring an extra pair, too)SunglassesSun hat Clothing SwimsuitSwimsuit cover-up Equipment Alarm clockBatteries for small electronics and camerasBeach blanketBeach chairsBeach towelsBeach toysBeach umbrellaCamera (and film, if needed)Cell phoneChargers for your cell phone, camera, video camera, and laptopCoolerFishing polesFlotation devicesGogglesHair dryeriPod and iPod dockSnorkel and finsVideo camera Health and Beauty Items Aloe vera gelAntibacterial wipesBody lotionComb and brushContact lens solution, if neededDeodorantFace cleanserFirst aid kit, including gas relief tablets, antacid, antidiarrheal medicine, antihistamine for allergies, bandages, candied ginger for motion sickness, mild laxative, non-aspirin pain reliever, thermometer in a hard caseFlossInsect repellentLip balm (choose one with SPF 15)Personal-hygiene itemsPrescriptionsRazorsShampoo and conditionerShaving gelSoapSunscreen (pack at least one all-purpose sunscreen with SPF 15)ToothbrushToothpaste Miscellaneous Addresses of friends and family for postcardsBooksHealthy snacks, such as chewy granola bars, dried fruit, mini bagels, nuts, and pretzelsMaps and directions (try randmcnally.com for maps, directions, and traffic information)Money (cash, ATM cards, traveler's checks)Printouts of reservations, if applicableTravel journalTravel pillow and blanketTravel-sized detergent Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit