Packing for Your Myrtle Beach Vacation: A Checklist
Before we dig into the checklist for your vacation packing, a few words about the way you pack to help you make the most of your luggage space. First, choose luggage that is lightweight and easy to carry–and wheels are a life-saver. The last thing you want to do on your beach vacation is lug around heavy bags. Use organizing cubes and clothing compressor bags to keep everything easy to find and organized. Use folders for dress clothes to keep them wrinkle-free. Use the zippered compartments to hold toiletries, makeup and jewelry. Okay, on to the list!
Myrtle Beach Vacation Packing Checklist
- Bathing suit
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sandals/Flip flops
- Walking shoes and socks (for sightseeing)
- Shorts
- Tank tops
- Large shady hat
- Underwear
- Pajamas
- One dressy outfit for a night out
- Good book
- Cell phone charger
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Shampoo and Conditioner (or travel super light and try a shampoo bar instead)
- Soap
- Medications
- Travel size first aid kit
- Any necessary IDs or paperwork, including traveler’s checks with photocopies of each
- Light jacket
- Laptop or tablet
- Headphones
- Journal and pen
- Refillable water bottle
- Chapstick
Aside from the things you bring with you, there are some items you might want that don’t make sense to pack and bring with
- Umbrella
- Beach chair
- Beach towel
- Goggles or Snorkel
- Sand toys for kids
While you’re packing for your Myrtle Beach vacation, there are also some tasks you’ll want to take care of at home to ensure your home and belongings are safe and just as you left them when you return.
- Hold your mail
- Stop delivery of newspapers
- Set up boarding for your pets
- Unplug appliances and power strips
- Ensure all windows and doors are locked
- Put your lights on timers
- Store valuables in your home safe or other hidden place in your home
- Pre-pay any bills that will come due while you’re away
- Arrange for a trusted neighbor or friend to periodically check on your home while you are away
- Set your alarm
When you are preparing to leave for your Myrtle Beach vacation, there are a lot of odds and ends that can easily be overlooked. We hope our handy checklist brings you to us with everything you need for a great vacation and preps your home so you can return refreshed and relaxed.