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Honeymoon Packing Guide

Caribbean & Mexico All Inclusive Resorts

Travel Essentials

  • Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond travel date)
  • Printed or digital travel documents
  • Travel insurance information
  • Credit card and small amount of cash (for tips or airport purchases)
  • Phone + charger (a wireless charger is helpful in case your phone gets wet and you can’t
    plug it in)
  • Portable phone charger
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Snacks for the plane (especially helpful in case of delays)
  • Books or e-reader for beach and pool time
  • Pen for customs forms

Beach & Pool Must-Haves

  • Swimsuits
  • Cover-ups or sarongs
  • Flip flops or sandals
  • Beach hat or sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen (bring more than you think you’ll need, the tropical sun is strong and
    sunscreen at resort gift shops can cost $40–$50)
  • SPF lip balm
  • Aloe vera or after-sun lotion
  • Beach tote bag (can double as your personal carry-on bag for the flight)
  • Waterproof phone pouch
  • Snorkel gear (optional)

Daytime Resort Outfits

  • Lightweight shorts
  • Sundresses
  • Tank tops or tees
  • Casual shirts or polos
  • Athletic wear for excursions or the gym
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light sweater or wrap

Evening & Dinner Outfits

  • Sundresses (perfect for most dinners)
  • Dressy sandals or wedges
  • Light jewelry
  • Collared shirts or linen shirts
  • Nice shorts or lightweight pants
  • Closed-toe shoes or loafers
  • Check if your resort has theme nights like White Night or Caribbean Night

Romantic Honeymoon Extras

  • A special honeymoon outfit
  • Lingerie
  • Couples photo outfit

Toiletries

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Hairbrush
  • Deodorant
  • Makeup and remover
  • Hair products
  • Razor
  • Travel-size perfume or cologne
  • Personal medications
  • Motion sickness or stomach medicine

Smart Extras

  • Bug spray
  • Anti-chafing stick
  • Wrinkle-release spray
  • Laundry bag
  • Ziplock bags for wet swimsuits
  • Mini first-aid kit
  • Tipping cash (small bills)

Optional Adventure Items

  • Waterproof camera or GoPro
  • Light backpack (great for excursions and can also be used as your personal carry-on bag)
  • Dry bag
  • Water shoes

Things You Don’t Need to Pack

  • Beach towels (resorts provide them)
  • Hair dryers (usually provided in rooms)
  • Shampoo and body wash
  • Cocktail dresses or formal wear
  • Too many daytime outfits
  • Large amounts of cash

What to Pack in Your Carry-On

  • Passport and travel documents
  • Wallet and credit cards
  • Phone, charger, portable charger
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Snacks for the plane
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Books or e-reader
  • Medications
  • Swimsuit
  • Flip flops
  • Travel sunscreen
  • Light outfit
  • Sunglasses

Pro Honeymoon Tip

Pack one swimsuit, flip flops, and travel sunscreen in your beach bag for easy access upon arrival in case your room isn’t ready. Also, pack a light outfit in your carry-on just in case luggage gets delayed. That way, the honeymoon vibes can start the moment you arrive.

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