Spring break for me is the kickoff of summer. Basically, from here on out, I am ready for beach weekends, boat days, evenings at the pool, and a tropical cocktail or two.
Growing up, spring break was my favorite time of the year because it meant my family and I would take cruise. It was a tradition for us. But with COVID, unfortunately, this spring break looks a bit different.
This year, I am looking forward to a mini girls’ getaway with my best friend to Amelia Island, Florida. While I would normally be craving some serious adventure, I am honestly looking forward to logging off my computer and relaxing at the beach.
But while the countdown for our beach weekend is still a few weeks away, I am already thinking about what I am going to pack. I will admit I have splurged and bought a few new goodies for the trip.
If you need some inspiration on what to pack for your spring break, or you simply want to treat yourself for a future trip, keep reading to see what all I am bringing for beach week.
- Swimsuits
- Of course, you need some good swimsuits for a few days at the beach. My favorite are always from Aerie. They are super size-inclusive and are very budget-friendly, not to mention great quality. They also have free shipping and easy returns to make trying a few different styles super easy.
- Beach Hat
- For long days at the beach, you definitely need to keep the sun off your face. I am super excited to try this new beach hat I snagged from Amazon.
- Weekender Bag
- Super excited about this new purchase from Logan & Lenora. I recently purchased a weekender tote that matches my London Fog luggage. This bag and other options by Logan & Lenora are perfect for a short weekend trip.
- Brumate
- I am obsessed with my White Claw Brumate. I bought it last summer, and it was my best purchase of the season. I could not recommend this enough to keep everything from White Claws and beers to cocktails cold.
- Sunglasses
- Anyone who knows me knows I am a sunglasses enthusiast. While I’ll probably pack multiple pairs, my favorite as of late have been my Maui Jims. They are super lightweight and perfect for wearing all day.
- Denim Shorts
- Jean shorts are a spring and summer staple. My favorites come from Madewell and are super comfy for both days of travel and days walking around little seaside towns.
- Flip Flops
- A must-need for any beach trip. My favorite ones I pack on every trip are my Sperry sandals. They have held up for years.
- Canon EOS Rebel Camera
- A must-need to capture all your vacation memories. I love my Canon, and it is perfect for beginners and pros alike.
- Waterproof Speaker
- I love going to the beach and listening to some good music. You definitely need a good waterproof speaker for any pool or beach day. My favorite is my JBL Go 2.
- SUNSCREEN!!
- Please, please, please always pack sunscreen. I am religious about my face sunscreen and cannot recommend the Alastin Hydratint enough. Along with sun protection, it gives you a little sun-kissed glow before getting the true tan on.