{"id":192,"date":"2018-11-30T21:19:26","date_gmt":"2018-11-30T21:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/?p=192"},"modified":"2021-01-21T23:31:03","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T23:31:03","slug":"what-to-pack-for-an-all-inclusive-resort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/30\/what-to-pack-for-an-all-inclusive-resort\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Pack for an All-Inclusive Resort"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you wondering what to pack for an all-inclusive resort? For many travelers, going to a resort is unlike any other vacation experience they\u2019ve had. So, it makes sense that packing for one would be a little different as well. Deciding what to pack for an all-inclusive resort shouldn\u2019t take you hours (we\u2019ve taken care of that part). After reading this article, you\u2019ll be set with a packing list for an all-inclusive resort and can put your mind at ease, knowing you didn\u2019t forget anything important. You\u2019ll even have room to spare for souvenirs!<\/p>\n<h2>Packing List for All-Inclusive Resort<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve put together this packing list for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/\">all-inclusive resorts<\/a> that will help you bring the necessary items from home, while still leaving your suitcase with enough room for some of those unique souvenirs. After plenty of our own experience in packing for vacations, we\u2019ve compiled this packing list to help you get started.<\/p>\n<h3>Packing List Essentials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Passport\n<ul>\n<li>We recommend leaving this in your room safe as soon as you check in. Just don\u2019t forget it on the way home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Travel Documents\n<ul>\n<li>This includes Visas, a printed copy of your resort reservation, printed boarding passes for flights, and even a copy of your Passport, all to be left in your room safe upon check in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Credit Card and Debit Card\n<ul>\n<li>You won\u2019t be needing these at your all-inclusive resort, but it\u2019s best to have them with you for your journey to and from.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Cash &#8211; just a few hundred, in case of emergencies.<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen\n<ul>\n<li>If you\u2019re flying to your all-inclusive resort and want to stick with carry-on luggage only, make sure your bottle(s) of SPF are 3.0 fluid oz or less. Buying sunscreen at the resort will always cost you more than bringing it yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Sunglasses\n<ul>\n<li>Of course you\u2019ll want your sunnies for the beach and splashing in the pool. We recommend packing two pairs, in case one breaks or gets lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Electric Adapter(s)\n<ul>\n<li>If you\u2019re leaving the country, you\u2019ll want to bring an adapter. Chances are your phone charger won\u2019t work if you can\u2019t plug it in to another country\u2019s outlet, and you\u2019ll want to be charged up to take those selfies later. Remember that the US, Canada, and Mexico all have the same electrical outlets, so if you\u2019re traveling to or from anywhere else, bring your adapter!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Pens\n<ul>\n<li>You may be wondering, \u201cWhy are pens essential?\u201d. Traveling to and from your all-inclusive resort might require you to fill out a lot of paperwork i.e. customs documents. Be the hero that\u2019s prepared by bringing a few pens to share with the passengers around you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Toiletries\n<ul>\n<li>These include your toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, condoms, medications (both prescribed and non), and lip balm.<\/li>\n<li>Other toiletries could include contacts, contact solution, hair ties, hair clips, earplugs, hand-sanitizer, motion-sickness pills, bug repellent, and band-aids.<\/li>\n<li>Your all-inclusive resort should provide you with shampoos, body soaps, and lotions, but if you prefer your own, be sure to pack them in 3.0 fluid oz bottles unless checking a bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>BYOCup\n<ul>\n<li>Bring Your Own Cup! Remember to pack your favorite tumbler or reusable bottle. This will help to keep your bottomless beverages cold while you sip and sunbathe the day away. Depending on how large your container is, you may save yourself multiple trips to the bar for refills, which means more time to relax!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Books\n<ul>\n<li>Depending on how avid of a reader you are, you should bring a book, or several! Some resorts have a free book exchange, but most vacationers bring their own books, often the ones that have been on their \u201cto-read\u201d list. You\u2019ll finally have the time to read that novel everyone\u2019s been raving about!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Clothes\n<ul>\n<li>Underwear &#8211; enough for each day you\u2019re staying, plus a few extras!<\/li>\n<li>Socks &#8211; enough pairs for each day of your vacation, but you\u2019ll probably be sporting sandals or flip flops the majority of the time, so don\u2019t worry about packing too many additional pairs.<\/li>\n<li>Shirts &#8211; We recommend tank-tops and\/or light t-shirts, one for each day of your vacation. If you\u2019re worried about not having enough room, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/03\/packing-light-for-an-all-inclusive-resort\/\">packing list for light packers<\/a> to help you save room in your suitcase.<\/li>\n<li>Sweater\/Sweatshirt &#8211; It may be sunny and sweltering outside, but all-inclusive resorts tend to blast the Air Conditioning indoors. You\u2019ll be glad you packed that comfy sweatshirt when you\u2019re curled up in your room for the night.<\/li>\n<li>Shorts &#8211; You\u2019re probably heading somewhere dreamy and tropical, so you\u2019ll want to have enough pairs of comfortable shorts.<\/li>\n<li>Ladies, you can switch out a pair or two of shorts for a skirt, too!<\/li>\n<li>Pants &#8211; We recommend bringing at least one pair of pants. This can be anything from yoga pants, a pair of slacks, or even a pair of jeans.<\/li>\n<li>Hat &#8211; Be sure to pack your favorite baseball cap or big sun hat for when you\u2019re lounging by the pool or strolling down the beach. This will be one accessory to your wardrobe you\u2019ll be glad you packed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Swimsuits\n<ul>\n<li>We recommend bringing at least two swimsuits so that one can be drying while the other one is being worn. This will probably be what you wear the most during your week in paradise, so be sure to pick ones you\u2019ll feel confident and comfortable wearing!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>At least one formal dining outfit\n<ul>\n<li>Ladies, don\u2019t forget to bring that Little Black Dress. You can also make the most out of a sun dress or maxi dress by wearing it during the day as one outfit, and by night as your dinner attire.<\/li>\n<li>Guys, this means a pair of slacks and a collared shirt. Most high-end restaurants at resorts enforce a dress code, and you won\u2019t want to miss out on the dishes they have to offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Shoes\n<ul>\n<li>Try finding something that can be comfortable to walk around the resort with. You\u2019ll be walking from your room to the open bars, restaurants, spa treatments, the beach and back, so packing a pair of cheap flip-flops is a great idea.<\/li>\n<li>You may also fancy putting on those dancing shoes and staying up late into the evening at the resort\u2019s club. It\u2019s best to pick a shoe that can be versatile, so that you have more room in your suitcase for souvenirs on the way home!<\/li>\n<li>Many resorts have a close-toed shoe policy at their high-end restaurants. Be sure to do your research and check out your resort\u2019s dress code prior to packing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>A Quick Look at What to Pack for an All-Inclusive Resort<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Passport<\/li>\n<li>Travel Documents<\/li>\n<li>Credit &amp; Debit Card<\/li>\n<li>Cash<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n<li>Electric Adapter<\/li>\n<li>Water Bottle(s)<\/li>\n<li>Pens<\/li>\n<li>Toiletries<\/li>\n<li>Tumbler\/Reusable Cup<\/li>\n<li>Book(s)<\/li>\n<li>Clothes<\/li>\n<li>Swimsuits<\/li>\n<li>Formal Dinner Attire<\/li>\n<li>Shoes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We hope this quick list will help you know what to pack for an all-inclusive resort. If you\u2019re a lighter packer, or always find that you\u2019ve over packed for vacations, be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/03\/packing-light-for-an-all-inclusive-resort\/\">packing list for light packers<\/a>. When it comes to packing for vacations, we know that men and women require different vacation essentials. Ladies, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/30\/womens-packing-list-for-all-inclusive-resorts\/\">this women\u2019s packing list<\/a> for more tips and tricks on what to pack. Gentlemen, feel free to peruse our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/30\/mens-packing-list-for-all-inclusive-resorts\/\">men\u2019s packing list<\/a> for additional items on what to pack for an all-inclusive resort. If you\u2019re traveling with the kids, be sure to read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinclusivist.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/03\/packing-list-for-kids-for-all-inclusive-resorts\/\">what to pack for an all-inclusive resort with kids<\/a> before you grab those suitcases.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019d love to hear about your own packing lists and essential items that you\u2019ve brought with you on vacations. Leave a comment below to include anything we may have missed. Happy packing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you wondering what to pack for an all-inclusive resort? For many travelers, going to a resort is unlike any other vacation experience they\u2019ve had. So, it makes sense that packing for one would be a little different as well. 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