Packing for your resort trip to Mexico

Packing for your trip to Mexico may seem fairly easy when you first start thinking about it.  I am sure like most people you automatically start thinking about what swim suits you need to bring and what sandals will work best with them.  After traveling to Mexico I have put together a list of what I think are essentials for your trip.  This list includes items that you need for days when you go to the beach as well as clothes that will work great for any excursion that you may decide to go on.  I am going to split this list into different categories just to make sure that we cover everything. 

Clothes

1.  At least 2 bathing suites. For women I would also recommend taking a one piece as well for any snorkeling or scuba diving that you might do.

2.  Casual clothing, this includes shorts, tank tops, t-shirts, for women I would also recommend sundresses and summer skirts.  I would also pack a pair of workout shorts or yoga pants for any hiking that you might do.

3.  Don’t forget something a little dressier to wear to dinner.  For women this could be a dressier sundress, capris, skirts and nice sandals or shoes.  For men this should be a nicer shirt with a collar, a pair of khaki shorts or some that are a little nicer, or a pair of long pants.

4.  I would recommend bringing a light jacket or sweater just in case it cools off, this is also something that you can wear on the airplane and don’t have to pack in your bag. 

5.  Shoes, flip flops, nicer sandals for dinner and comfortable walking shoes for any sightseeing that you might do.

6.  For the ladies I would recommend a swim suit cover up.  This is helpful for your walks to the pool or the beach, or if you decide to grab a bite to eat while you are on the beach. 

Accessories/Toiletries

1.  Sunglasses

2.  Hat

3.  Sunscreen.  I would recommend bringing a very high level of SPF.  Even if you don’t tend to burn in the sun where you live this is a different climate and you don’t want to risk being miserable with a sun burn during your trip. 

4.  A beach towel.  Some hotels provide these free of charge and others do not.  It is easy to fit this into your suitcase and it is one less thing that you have to worry about once you arrive. 

5.  Your usual toiletries, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shampoo, conditioner and soap.  I would also recommend that women bring an after sun moisturizer for your face.  Wearing a lot of makeup isn’t necessary and this will feel great after a nice day in the sun. 

Misc.

1.  Your camera, in addition to your regular camera I would also recommend an underwater camera.  The sea life is truly beautiful and you will want to capture what you are able to see.

2.  A small bag to bring your goodies that buy while on your trip home. If you are planning on packing stuff that you buy in your suitcase and you might possibly buy breakable items I would suggest bringing a small amount of bubble wrap if possible to wrap this in for the trip home in your bag.

4.  Of course you will want to bring your passport and photo ID. I would also recommend calling your bank to tell them that you are traveling if you plan to use your visa/debit card. This allows the bank to put this update on your account and avoids a possible hold being placed for transactions that are being made outside of your normal area.

That’s it, once you have everything packed and ready to go sit back and relax and get ready to enjoy a vacation that is truly magical and that you will never forget!

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