The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Week-Long Vacation AFAR 2 days ago Photo by Shutterstock Make packing for your next beach vacation a breeze with this checklist of essentials.After 14 months of COVID lockdowns, it’s likely the anticipation of your first postvaccine beach vacation is akin to the same giddy excitement you felt as a kid during the countdown to the first day of summer break. But alas, you’re an adult now and can’t rely on your parents to pack your pool floaties for you anymore. If you’re staying at a resort, it’s safe to assume you won’t have to pack essentials like beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels. But if you were lucky enough to snag coveted reservations at an Airbnb beach house this summer, double-check with your host to see what amenities they include. To make sure you don’t show up unprepared—or overpack—use this beach vacation packing list to guarantee you have everything you need for a week-long trip.