Beach Packing List for Destin/Ft. Walton Beach, Florida
What to pack for your beach vacation:
- Clothes, of course. Swimsuit, hat, sunglasses!
- SUNSCREEN. Make sure it isn't expired.
- Beach towels
- Flip Flops/Sandals to wear on the sundeck. Boards are hot!
- Radio/Speaker
- Appropriate chargers--phones, speakers, etc
- Shampoo, conditioner, and soap
- Gloves (ok for water) for kids who will play on the ropes. They will play until they have blisters.
- Kitchen stuff: sandwich bags and aluminum foil are frequently what I wish I had packed. (I use quart bags for my iphone on the beach)
- If you want to use the grills, pack your own lighter. I have never felt comfortable leaving this in the condo.
- A few garbage bags, dishwasher tabs, or anything else you don't want to buy mass quantity of for 2-3 items
- I buy paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, etc) at the local grocery store. There's no savings in packing it.
- HE Laundry Detergent and dishwashing detergent (or buy it when you get here)
- Cooler--one is provided but if you want to take your groceries home you will need your own
- Florida has no grocery tax, and the local Publix always has great BOGO sales. It is usually cheaper for me to buy in town than pack groceries.
I provide beach chairs, umbrella, beach cart and/or beach wagon, hair dryers, and a start up of dishwasher tabs, garbage bags, paper towels, and toilet paper. I supply hand soap and dishwashing liquid, and basic cleaning products under the sink. I provide all bed and bath linens (but not beach towels). Kitchens are well-stocked. I supply a high chair and pack-n-play (but you will need your own sheet).
