The 7 Items You Forgot to Pack on Vacation

You’re going on vacation and are excited, but before you can really enjoy your time off, you must get through the mundane task of packing your suitcase. It doesn’t matter how many times you make a list and check it. You will unavoidably forget something important behind.

There’s nothing worse than getting to your vacation destination, heading down to the beach with a drink in hand to enjoy the sunshine, and realizing you forgot to pack your sunscreen. Here are seven items that are commonly overlooked during packing for a vacation, make sure to take notes, so you aren’t one of the many who forget to pack something meaningful for their vacation.

1. Phone Chargers

How are you going to document your trip with a dead battery? Forgetting your phone charger is terrible, especially when you must replace it and see the costs of the airport or resorts chargers. Write this item on your list twice to ensure you don’t forget it on your bedside table because you are going to need your phone during your vacation.

2. Swimsuit and Cover-Up

You always want to bring a swimsuit. Any hotel might have a pool or hot tub you will want to enjoy. However, you especially want your swimsuit if you are going to the beach, and on top of a swimsuit, you will want to make sure you are packing your beachwear cover-ups. Make it a rule to always pack a swimsuit and cover-up. They don’t take up much space, and you won’t regret having them in your suitcase.

3. Toothpaste

Forgetting your toothpaste isn’t world ending, like forgetting a phone charger or swimsuit, but it can be a nuisance finding a replacement. It is an item that resorts might have on hand for a low fee, but if you’re camping or attached to a specific brand, then you better not forget your toothpaste.

4. Laundry Bag

A laundry bag helps keep your dirty clothes separate from the clean clothes in your suitcase. Invest in a travel laundry bag for every trip, so you’re not having your laundry pile up on the floor and having to worry about forgetting something when you pack to head home from vacation.

5. First Aid Kit

It’s good to be prepared for minor scrapes and cuts, especially since accidents happen no matter where you go. Always pack a small first aid kit that includes essential items like antibiotic cream, tweezers, eye drops, bandages, and any other items you think you’ll need.

6. Sunscreen

Sunscreen is necessary, especially if you are heading to a beach vacation. You need to protect your skin, and this is the reason shops charge a costly fee for sunscreen. Don’t forget to pack your sunscreen, but also consider bringing more then you need so that you can reapply often.

7. Lip Balm

You don’t want to deal with chapped lips on your vacation. Make sure to pack lip balm in your travel bag to help keep your lips moisturized during your trip, especially when dealing with air on the plane, and sun exposure. You will want that lip balm.

Final Thoughts

It’s good to make lists, and double-check these lists to make sure you do not forget any essential items for your trips. Check. Check. And Check again. Start your lists from must-haves, such as your passport, wallet, and maybe underwear, to the nice-to-haves, like sunglasses, headphones, or reusable water bottle. These items come in handy and save you money if you have to replace them on your travels. The seven things listed above go the farthest toward making your trip comfortable and worry-free.