Take a look at what to pack for a beach holiday abroad
When it comes to packing for a beach holiday, it can be hard to know what you need to take with you - especially if you’ve spent the season in warm layers and you’re headed abroad for the first time in months.
If you’re jetting off to escape the cold and enjoy some winter sun, then our checklist might come in handy. Take a look at what to pack for a beach holiday abroad.
What to take on a beach holiday when space is limited
Before you fly, make sure you check your luggage allowance with the airline you’re flying with so you know how much you can take with you.
If you go over the allowance, you could be charged for extra baggage.
It’s also worth checking how much liquid you’re allowed to take, especially if you plan on packing your toiletries and sunscreen in your hand luggage.
Most airlines only allow you to take liquids, gels and aerosols in containers up to 100ml or less. If you’re limited on space and only paid for a cabin bag or hand luggage, then you might have to be clever in what you can take on board.
Tip: Use packing cubes or roll your clothes to save on space!
Your ultimate beach holiday checklist
Not sure what beach holiday essentials you need to pack? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered - now all you need to do is pack them.
Travel essentials
There are a few important things you’ll need to take with you to make sure you get to your destination safely without any trouble. These include:
- Passport Travel documents, including boarding passes (you can usually download these on your phone)
- Any personal medication you need
- Travel money and cards
- Health insurance card (if you need/have one)
Beach holiday essentials
When it comes to choosing what to pack for a beach break, you can get away with packing light.
Along with essentials like underwear, pyjamas, comfortable shoes and a change of clothes, you’ll need:
- Suncream
- Beach bag
- Swimwear
- Beach towel
- Flip flops or sandals
- A sun hat
- Sunglasses
- A cover up
- Waterproof bag for your damp clothes
- Layers for cooler evenings
- Underwear
Technology essentials
If you’re not combining your beach holiday with a digital detox, then it’s likely that you’ll want to pack the right technology to help you stay connected or entertained. Remember to pack things like:
- Mobile phone
- Charger
- Headphones
- Plug adaptor
If you're travelling with high-value gadgets like cameras, laptops or phones, you might want to cover them by adding gadget insurance to your policy.
Cover for your winter sun holiday
Packed and ready to go? Don’t forget to get travel insurance! Make sure you have the right cover to protect you while you're on your beach holiday and if your holiday was cancelled.
If you're planning on taking part in any beach activities, like water sports, it's worth finding a policy that protects you against any accidents.
Are your personal possessions covered?
You should check to see what personal possessions are covered under your home or travel insurance before you travel. This way, you can make sure that your belongings are protected if anything happens to them.
