Planning a beach vacation is always exciting, but making sure you have everything you need can be a bit overwhelming. To help you prepare for your hopefully sun-soaked getaway, I’ve put together a comprehensive packing list that covers all the beach essentials.

Packing starts with the correct choice of your luggage. When deciding between a suitcase and a backpack, consider the nature of your journey. Is it a beach resort vacation where smooth pathways abound. Or does your itinerary involve more rugged landscapes, public transportation, or spontaneous detours, a backpack might be the better fit.

I personally like both. For a beach resort vacation I would chose a suitcase and I would probably pack until the maximum weight limit (usually 23kg) is reached 😉