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.