Packing for a Beach Vacayy!

     I've been talking about my trip to Florida for awhile now, and now it's finally time to pack! We leave Friday morning on a plane so it's time to get to it! We will be gone for 11 days so I need to have quite a few things...however, I can't stand when people over pack. That's a pet peeve of mine and I'm not really sure why. Don't get me wrong I love to pack many options, but I give myself a limit :) So here are my tips on how to pack appropriately for a Beach Vacation (one that includes lounging, laying out, eating, drinking, and some fun nights out!) Here we gooo!

1) Start and try to finish as much of your packing that you can 2 nights before you leave (this gives you time to run out if you realize you need anything)

2) Do ALL your laundry and errands the night before you pack

3) ORGANIZE! lay out your suitcase and go through your closet to pick out some options

yes, my closet is color coordinated. Jude and I are psycho organizers :) 

4) Once you have your options laid out you can narrow down your options and think about what you're actually going to need and wear when you are on your trip

If I brought all these clothes I would never be able to fit them into a suitcase...time to narrow it down! 

5) Put everything in your suitcase. I put my favorite things in the carry on just in case the checked bag gets lost (AKA Meet the Parents movie). My Mom and I are splitting a checked bag and a carry on so that's why they are both only half full

I know it looks like a lot, but remember we'll be gone for 11 days :)

6) Pack your makeup and other daily essentials, try to keep them as organized as possible

Remember, any liquids over 3 oz. can't be put on a carry on and any liquids under 3 oz. must fit in a quart size zip lock bag on your carry on :)

7) Make a list of things you still need to pack. There are obviously some things that can't be added until the morning of. To ensure you don't forget anything make sure you really think about it and cross of things as you add them to your suitcase!

8) Also, just because I'm so crazy I lay out exactly what I'm going to wear on the plane, even down to my jewelry :)



Happy Thursday Everyone!!