What to pack for an All Inclusive Trip

I would like to start this post off by saying I hope you all are safe and well during this very unfortunate pandemic. A lot of us will probably not be travelling for quite some time outside of our own country’s but I wanted to have this post up and ready for when travelling starts again!

When it comes to getting ready for a vacation, I get so excited to start packing (unpacking on the other hand SUCKS) haha. I love figuring out what outfits and swimsuits that I plan to wear each day and I especially enjoy marking off my checklist with the items while packing because it really fuels the excitement leading up to the vacation! Here I have wrote all about what to pack for an all-inclusive trip to Mexico!

When we went to Mexico back in January 2020 it was my first all inclusive vacation that I have ever been too. And when I returned home, I just knew I had to write a post about what to pack. Because boy did I overpack on things I did not need, and did not think of a few things that would have been handy to have! If you want to read more about our Mexico trip, please click here

At the end of the post I included a free downloadable checklist for your next travel!

CARRY ON

Passport // This is the number one item that I ensure I have packed. Without a passport you will not be flying anywhere. I also would recommend taking a photo of your passport and ID’s in case any of them do unfortunately get stolen or lost.
Book // When I am travelling I always like to bring a book for while I am sitting at the airport, on the plane or sitting pool/oceanside.
Headphones // Headphones are great to have for the plane, to be able to block out a lot of noise. Listen to music, podcast or even listen to a book!
Charger // Bring a portable charger as well a plug in charger! A portable charger is not necessary but I highly recommend it as you do not want to be without a phone in case of an emergency.
Swimsuit // YUP! That’s right, a swimsuit. Always bring one on your carry on incase your luggage gets lost! As well it is easily available in your carry on in case you arrive to your resort and it does not have your room available and ready right away!
Extra Outfit // Usually I only worry about this if I am travelling with layovers. If your luggage gets lost in the transfer then you will have an extra outfit with you until they can have your luggage sent to you overnight.
Sunhat // I like to carry my sun hats with me on the plane because if I put them in my suitcase they will just get squashed and flattened.
Sunglasses // This is obvious! Bring one with you in your carry on and pack a few in your suitcase!
Cash/Credit Card // NEVER put your credit card or cash in your checked luggage. Always keep it on hand in your carry on or purse. And make sure you bring those dollar bills with you. Even though its an all inclusive you still should tip the employees for their hard work!
I just bought this really cute travel wallet from amazon for $20.00, that will now forever be used on all my travels. It can fit everything I need in one place. My plane tickets, my cash, credit cards and passport!

CHECKED LUGGAGE

CLOTHING

Swimsuit // I would recommend having 2-4 swimsuits minimum for a week. You will always want to have a dry swimsuit. Or you can pack like me and have a different bathing suit for each day you are there 🙂
Cover-up // I love cover-ups! They are so easy to throw over a swimsuit while you are walking to the pool or beach
Shorts // Bring a couple, but again you will be in a swimsuit relaxing by the beach majority of the time!
Casual Tops // Easy to throw on over your swimsuit
Dressy Tops // Great for nice dinners, and can be worn with shorts or a skirt
Dresses/Rompers // I am more of a romper girl but both are great to ensure you have packed for dinners and to easily throw on! Two piece sets are super cute and are really in right now as well.
Sweaters // I always wear my sweater while travelling that way it doesn’t take up to much room in my suitcase but it is good to have incase you are a little chilly during the evenings.
Pyjamas // Try to pack light weight thin pj’s it will be very hot so you don’t want to be sweating all night while sleeping.
Underwear // You will be in a swimsuit about 90% of the time but still bring a pair for each day!
Shoes // I like to travel with 1 pair of flip flops, 1 dressier sandal, 1 pair of heels and 1 pair of running shoes (which I usually travel in). Running shoes or a comfortable shoe will be needed if you like going of resort and will be doing a lot of walking!

TOILETRIES

Sunscreen / Tanning Lotion // Sunscreen is SO expensive at a resort. If you have the room – it is definitely beneficial to bring it with you instead of buying it there
Shampoo / Conditioner // I prefer to travel with my own products that I am use to using
Razor
Toothbrush / Toothpaste // No one wants stinky breath!
Body Lotion
Hairbrush // Unless you are someone who does not brush your hair
Makeup // I usually NEVER wear makeup on vacation, I usually travel with as little makeup as needed.
Deodorant & Perfume // No one wants to be stinky 😉 especially with the heat!
Medication // I like to travel with Advil (in case of any headaches), some pepto (tummy aches), and gravol (all natural).

EXTRAS

Small Backpack / Purse // I like to travel with my small backpack that fits just what I need. That way if we do any walking around I can just throw it on my back with the essentials that i’ll need.
Your Own Cup (YETI) // If you are someone who likes to enjoy never ending Pina Coladas, bringing your own cup will be a huge benefit as they will stay colder A LOT longer!
Neck Pillow // If you like to nap on the plane – this will be super handy

THINGS NOT TO BRING

Towels // Resorts always have towels. But if you are stickler for preferring not to use the resorts, definitely bring your own.
Too Many Clothes // Remember if you are travelling to an all inclusive, you truly will only be in a swimsuit 75% of the time!