What to pack for your Destin Florida vacationIf it's been awhile since you've been to the beach, you may not be sure what to bring. Here are some ideas to get you started:
FOR THE BEACH __ beach bag __ swim suits __ sunblock (follow the directions on the label) __ lip balm __ sunglasses __ sun hats __ baby swim diapers __ first aid kit __ water shoes or flip flops __ filled water bottles to prevent dehydration __ snacks (if allowed depending on where you are going to) __ cooler (if allowed depending on where you are going to) __ beach umbrella __ chairs __ blanket __ life jackets __ towels __ camera (a disposable waterproof camera if you don't want to risk your good camera) __ goggles or masks __ frisbees and beach balls __ sand and water toys (buckets, shovels, sifters, nets, sand molds) __ plastic bags for wet bathing suits and towels and a change of clothes for the ride home __ after sun lotion or aloe
CLOTHES (adjust accordingly for the weather!) __ shoes (sandals, flip-flop, tennis, walking) __ shorts __ tank-tops/t-shirts __ slacks/dress __ hat-baseball, straw __ cover-ups (swimsuit) __ bathrobe __ pajamas/night shirt __ underwear, socks, etc __ swim suits __ light jacket/wind-breaker __ ladies-jacket or sweater for restaurants
MISCELLANEOUS __ destination maps, books, literature __ favorite or new movies __ camera (with fresh batteries) & film __ laptop, video games, mobile phones, CDs, player, chargers __ books & magazines __ writing materials, paper, pen or pencil, stamps & journal __ friends & relatives addresses for postcards, e-mail addresses and phone numbers for emergencies __ flashlight & batteries __ recipes for vacation cooking __ school work assignments and books (hopefully no!) __ games, cards, etc. __ zip lock bags FOR SMALL CHILDREN __ small carry-on or pack __ stuffed animal __ favorite blanket __ small games or favorite toy for inside play __ coloring books, crayons, picture books, etc. __ snacks & juice We offer luxury beach home rentals in Destin including rental properties in exclusive Destiny by the Sea, a gated Gulf-front community featuring beautiful vacation homes in one of Destin's most sought after vacation communities.