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    5 Things You Need for a Beach Getaway Weekend

    May 4, 2012 by Jenn 12 Comments

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    For some reason, 90% of my vacations are taken at the beach or in the mountains. Once, it was spent on a beach in the mountains (in Port of Spain, Trinidad), which continues to blow my mind to this day. I am not used to such a diverse landscape!

    maracas bay beach trinidad beach getaway

    This weekend, I am going to my first blogging event, Brandcation, in Pensacola Beach, on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I haven't started packing yet...because I will only need a few things. I've got this whole packing for a weekend beach getaway thing down to a science.

    5 things you need for a weekend beach getaway

    1. Sunscreen...this is a given and I know it's obvious...but sometimes you think you'll just pick up a bottle at the hotel, drugstore etc...and find that the prices are jacked sky-high in touristy spots. If you're checking baggage, I strongly suggest that you bring it with you. And even if it's cloudy, wear it. No matter how cloudy it is, if you spend a day outdoors, you are going to get burnt!

    2. Cute sandals. I hate flip flops are rarely wear them. I love sandals, however - you can wear a cute pair of sandals with practically anything; they can take you from the beach to shopping to a nice dinner. I don't bother with heels when I am doing the tropical thing, it's unnecessary and have you ever tried to walk in heels on the sand? It sucks. Don't be that person that trips in the sand. 

    3. Sundresses. Seriously. That's all you need - maxi dresses, short sundresses, whatever...just keep it light, simple and loose.

    4. Dude, bring a sunhat. I am all about feeling the sunshine on my cheeks and working on my tan. But a sun hat will not only save you from getting burned, but prevent that nasty headache that always shows up after too much time in the sun. Plus, it's cute!

    5. A great beach tote. I love tote bags...I probably have 10 of them stashed around the house. While I use them all of the time for everything from shopping to overnight bags, they must first gain my approval as a beach bag. You need one that has a pocket for your keys and cash (you don't want to lose them in the sand, believe me) and is big enough for at least one beach towel, your book, and sunscreen. I just got this new Cuddly Monkey beach tote for my conference this weekend and it's already become my new favorite!

    cuddly monkey tote bag beach getaway

    I love that it's nice enough to use as a carry on while I travel too!

    Bottom line is this: when you're spending a weekend at the beach, you just want to be comfortable and cute. Leave the high maintenance at home - no matter how dressed up you get when you leave your hotel room, you're going to sweat and get covered in sand the second you step on the beach.

    Just have fun!

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    About Jenn

    Jenn, AKA "The Rebel Chick," is a single woman who strives to help her readers live their best lives possible. Whether it be through sharing new recipes, sharing her dating stories, or encouraging people to embrace adventure and travel, she aims to inspire people to live full, happy and authentic lives.

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    1. tamie

      May 04, 2012 at 2:21 pm

      I hope that you have a great time!

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    2. RJ

      May 04, 2012 at 5:36 pm

      I hope y'all are having a great time right now!

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    3. Tammy

      May 04, 2012 at 7:26 pm

      I can't go anywhere without my hat.

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    4. Crystal

      May 04, 2012 at 9:48 pm

      You definitely can not forget the sunscreen!

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    5. Lolo

      May 04, 2012 at 11:28 pm

      And a waterproof case for you iphone!

      Reply
    6. Rachel

      May 05, 2012 at 2:26 am

      Definitely sunscreen!

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    7. Kathleen

      May 05, 2012 at 8:42 am

      Great list. I definitely was glad to have my big tote at the beach last weekend.

      Reply
    8. April Decheine

      May 05, 2012 at 9:33 am

      Okay you all are killin me with these post's for your blog event, look forward to hearing how your first event went!!

      Reply
    9. Skye Moyer

      May 05, 2012 at 12:20 pm

      man, now I wanna go to the beach...

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    10. Apryl

      May 05, 2012 at 8:37 pm

      I always seem to forget enough sunscreen!

      Reply
    11. Anne

      May 06, 2012 at 9:31 am

      Great list, but what about a bathing suit?

      Reply
    12. Mihaela Fras

      May 06, 2012 at 10:24 am

      Hi, the last summer I went to the sea only with swimming suit and my printed towel. But this was extreme situation. Otherwise I have something like tow suitcases.

      Reply

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