Happy Friday from  Puerto Rico!  I’ll try no to rub it in too much for those of you in the Northeast.  It’s so nice to be in a warm and sunny place after the past few snowy weeks we’ve had!

I planned this girls getaway with three of my best girlfriends.  Sometimes you just need a girlcation!  Since we are only here for four nights we didn’t want to pack too much and have to check a bag.  This means strategic packing was in order.  I think I pride myself on being a good packer.  Having studied abroad, travelled throughout Europe, and backpacked through Peru, I’ve had a fair share of practice!

Things to think about when packing:

• How long are you staying?
• How will you spend your days? Beach? Pool? Sight seeing?
• How will you spend your nights?  Casual nights out? Fancy dinners?
• Will you be exercising at all?
• Will you be doing any excursions / tours /activities?
• What items do I use on a daily basis when getting ready for a normal day?

These are some questions I think about before packing for a little getaway.  It helps break it down and get your mind wrapped around what you need.

Here’s my packing list for a Caribbean Getaway:

Clothes

• 3 bathing suits

• 2 nice dresses
• 1 pair of nice shorts
• 1 pair of pants for going out
• 1 nice tank top for going out

• 2 pairs of yoga pants
• 2 tank tops for working out
• 2 sports bras

• 2 pairs of shorts for bed
• 4 tank tops for bed / lounging around / beach
• 4 beach cover up / dresses

• 1 pair of wedge sandals
• 1 pair of flip flops
• 1 pair of sandals

Toiletries (All 3oz or under)

• Sunblock
• Shampoo / Conditioner (I had some samples I saved)
• Body Wash
• Body Lotion
• Face Wipes
• Body Splash
• Q-Tips
• Contacts
• Toothbrush / Toothpaste
• Razor
• Small Brush
• Curling Iron

Annnd….it all fit!

Okay, off to enjoy my vacation!