Are you on countdown mode for your family holiday to the Caribbean? There’s nothing better than jetting off to paradise but before you do, you must pack the cases!
We’re sure you’ll agree packing for a whole family can be stressful if you’re not organised, which is why we’ve created the ultimate Caribbean family holiday packing checklist. Everything from the essentials, to the stuff for the kids and electronics, we’ve got you covered so you can leave for the airport without worrying about what you might have forgotten.
We hope our suggested packing list will leave you feeling prepared and excited for your Caribbean adventure. Take a screenshot to keep a check on your phone, or even print it out so you can tick off each item off as you go. Happy packing!
Packing Checklist
The essentials
- Passport
- Visa documents
- Travel insurance documents
- Any tickets or booking confirmations you may need for accommodation/travel
- Bank cards, foreign currency
- Driving licence (for car/vehicle hire)
Electronics
- Electronic plug converters
- Mobile phone
- Camera
- Tablet
- Headphones
- Baby monitor if travelling with baby/toddler
- Hair straighteners/tools (if needed)
- Chargers for electronics
Toiletries
- Medication
- First aid kit
- Toothpaste/toothbrush
- Deodorant
- SPF/moisturiser
- Shampoo/conditioner/body wash
- Nappies
- Wet wipes
- Make-up
- Hairbrush/accessories
- Razor
- Insect repellent
Clothing
- Underwear
- Clothing for day and evening wear
- Swimwear
- Nightwear
- Sun hat
- Shoes including sandals/flip flop
For the beach
- Beach bag
- Cover-ups
- Wetsuit (if you want to take your own)
- Towels (if not supplied by resort)
For babies/toddlers
- Sippy cups
- Bibs
- Pushchair
- Bottles/formula
- Toys/entertainment
Extras
- Sunglasses
- Reading material
- Extra bag for dirty clothes
Now that you’re packed and your checklist is complete, you need to make sure everything is in order at home before you leave for your dream Caribbean family holiday. Do you need a house sitter, a dog sitter or someone to check in on your cat? It’s also worth checking you haven’t got any food leftover that will be out of date when you return home, and the bins are empty to avoid returning home to anything unpleasant.
Finally, enjoy making memories on a Caribbean getaway the whole family will love.
If you have any questions about your holiday, or would like to speak to our expert team, get in touch – we’d love to help you feel prepared for your Caribbean family holiday!