Spring Break is right around the corner, and many St. Joe girls are deciding to not leave their packing until the last minute this year. Below is a categorized list of what many girls believe are necessary on a beach (or any) vacation:

BEACH BAG

• Cell phone
• ID (Driver’s License or passport)
• Sunglasses
• Medications
• Gum
• Wallet
• Snacks
• Reusable water bottle
• Headphones/Earbuds

Junior Emma Smith is going to Destin, Florida this year. 

“I love listening to music when I’m on the beach so earbuds are definitely a must-have for me,” she said.

TOILETRIES

• Sunscreen
• Shampoo, conditioner, and soap
• Dry shampoo 
• Face wash
• Deodorant
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Razor and shaving cream
• Hairbrush
• Hairstyling tools (i.e. hairdryer and curling iron)
• Hair ties 
• Makeup
• Tweezers
• A mini first aid kit
• Feminine hygiene products

CLOTHES

• Swimsuits 
• Tank tops and/or tees 
• Nicer ops 
• Sweatshirt or sweater 
• Nicer bottoms 
• Shorts 
• Your favorite pair of jeans
• Cover-ups or casual dresses to throw on over your swimsuit 
• Nicer dresses for going out 
• Sandals 
• Flip-flops
• Wedges
• Sneakers and socks 
• PJs 
• Sweats 
• Leggings 
• Underwear and bras
• Jewelry

Freshman Lydia Wiley loves dressing up on vacation. She cautions against forgetting details.

 “It’s the worst when you forget to pack jewelry for a trip. I really think it makes an outfit and I always need a reminder when packing,” she said.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Beach towel
• Disposable camera 
• Chargers (portable phone charger)
• A good beach read
• Beach hat large enough to shield you from the sun
• Mini emergency/first aid kit
• Zip-lock bag or waterproof pouch for your wet swimsuit

A packing list can be very individualized, but this is a good place to start. Wherever you are going this spring break, make sure you take all of the essentials.