I am going to be going on vacation for 10 days! I always overpack help me!!?

Question

I am going to a hot part of mexico and arizona!!! But I don't know what kind of things to pack!! I will mostly be staying in my swim suit all day but, i love to put on cute outfits to but I DON"T WANNA OVERPACK 4 once in my life!!!! Oh and there is laundry in Mexico so i will be there at the end of my trip for 4 days!!!!!!!! PLZ HELP ME!!!!!!!!!!! I would love to know what hair stuff to bring too!!!!!!!! THANKS In ADVANCE!!!!!!!!! ps i am a terrible speller!!!!!! LOL LOL LOL LOL sorry

Answer 1

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1. Each person (kids over 4 included) gets their own toiletry bag. Don’t make mom responsible for everyone.

2. Pack enough summer clothes for 3 days plus a pair of long pants and nice shirt. 3. While at the pool, do the laundry

4. Toiletries - pack a tooth brush, tooth paste, comb or hair brush, soap etc for each person. Blow dryers etc... maybe.

5. Pajamas: No girlie or tacky sleepwear - bring something that can substitute for a pair of shorts or a shirt just in case of a clothing disaster.

6. Bring 2-pairs of shoes: walking shoes and sandals

7. Bring a Windbreaker of some sort.

8. Sweatshirts or Polar fleece jackets – If you are going to buy souvenirs, buy a sweatshirt or jacket. It’s a useful souvenir and the memory will last until it’s worn out or out grown.

9. Pack the swimsuits and towels separately. You’ll probably want to use them as soon as you get to the destination. Not to mention, they’re probably still wet from the day before. On road trips, our towels always drape over the luggage in the back of the minivan so that they can dry. (Thank goodness no one can see them through the tinted windows)

10. Kids Toys- Give each child a small duffle bag (not much bigger than a loaf of bread). Don’t forget paper and a writing surface and something to write with (leave the crayons at home. They melt into upholstery and carpet). Keep the car clean and safe. Tell your children “If you’re playing with a toy, it can be out of the bag. If your not, it goes back in the bag”. If you have bench seats in your car, be sure to place the duffle bags between the kids. The further the distance between the kids, the quieter the trip.

11. Music – This is a great time to learn about your kids and for them to learn about you. Make a CD or a file on the MP3 player with music for the car. This is a little work but well worth it. Each person contributes songs that are appropriate for the family to hear like Kids music, Country, Rock, Teen music or Oldies. I’ve grown to like some of the new music and the kids like some of our music. It’s fun to talk and sing for a while before they go back to the headphones.

12. Videos – Here’s where my husband and I disagree with nearly everyone around. You are paying a lot of money to be on vacation, you want to see things. Look out the window! In our car the rule is (most of the time), electronics of any type (Gameboys, DVD’s etc..) are only allowed on the freeways, major highways or at night.

13. Cell phones - Take them, but remember it’s a vacation. The kids can go a couple of days without talking to their friends back home.

Answer 2

I know what you mean girl!  I love clothes, and always fear not having what I need.  BUT - who likes to carry such a big heavy suitcase filled with everything?

So, just as an idea, I would stick to separate items that will look great together.  Like lets say you have a cute pair of capri pants that will go with 3 different shirts that you have.  

Also, try and stick with a minimal number of shoes / sandals, so match up your sandals to match the capri pants, etc...

As far as "other stuff"  try to take only what you will use.  And if anything, you could make this trip the one where you take less than normal... and see how it works for you.  It will prepare you better for next time.  And besides... if you find you need something... what better place to actually do a little shopping.

Answer 3

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