Packing for Resorts

When it's time to pack for your vacation, you'll want to bring comfortable, casual clothing for the breakfast/lunch dining rooms, daytime activities or sightseeing, and swimsuits and workout clothes for pools, Jacuzzis, saunas and health clubs.

The more upscale restaurants in hotels and resorts can require dresses or pantsuits for women and slacks and a jacket (with or without a tie) for men. Dress codes may be noted on the individual resort page. Think about the kind of excursions you may take and pack appropriate accessories, such as hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes, ponchos or rain gear, and snorkel gear. Pack all of your medications, prescription or otherwise, in a bag that you can carry on your flights. Obtain extra prescriptions from your physician for any medications you are currently taking and carry them with you. Bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses for bright, sunny days. You'll naturally want to bring your camera or video camera as well.