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Family Packing Checklist for Summer Holidays
Posted by Chloe Ackland on 20th May, 2024.
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Flights? Booked. Hotel? Sorted. Now there's only one thing left to do... the packing!
Don't leave it all to the last minute this year, we've handpicked our best selling holiday heroes so you can avoid the packing panic.
Handy Summer Holiday Packing List for Kids:
Tip! It can be helpful to lay everything out on the floor (or bed!) so you can decide what to pack and what you don't need. Creating a tick-list of must-haves is also super useful.
- Swim shorts / swimming costumes
- Sun hats / caps
- Water shoes
- Sunglasses
- Casual tops/shorts
- Pyjamas
- Underwear
- Socks
- Clogs
- Trainers
- Goggles
- Toys
- Longer layers for night time
- Re-fillable water bottle
Our popular holiday heroes for kids:
- Seathwaite easy-fastening water shoes £14.99 - Ideal to encourage independence and keep their feet happy in the water.
- Silloth ventilated clogs £17.99 - Ultra comfortable, rinse-clean and lightweight for packing in your suitcase and beach bag.
- Thirlmere water bottle £14.99 - Super lightweight aluminium with a leak-proof lid ideal for keeping them hydrated.
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Holiday Must-Have Packing List for Her:
Tip! Pack some fundamental pieces that can easily transition from day to night. Classic black sandals are ideal, they'll look great with your swimsuit and a floaty skirt.
- Clothing (skirts, vests, shorts etc.)
- Sun hat / cap
- Swimwear
- Sunglasses
- Footwear (water shoes, sandals, and flip flops)
- Jewellery
- Longer layers for night time
- Underwear
- Socks
- Wash/make-up bag
- Toiletries
Our popular holiday heroes for her:
- Mockerkin adjustable sandals £29.99 - Lightweight and comfortable with quick-drying straps these versatile sandals are ideal for daytime trips and evening outings.
- Mossband lightweight bum bag £19.99 - Ideal to keep all your essentials safe, you can pop your wallet, sunglasses, room key and travel documents in this lightweight bag with multiple pockets.
- Eden aquasport water shoes £24.99 - loved by our customers for beach holidays and summer water sports, our Eden water shoes feature water-draining panels, durable rubber soles and an adjustable toggle to keep them on your feet in the water.
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Holiday Heroes Packing List for Him
Tip! Try rolling your clothing rather than folding, it can save space in your suitcase. Rolling clothing helps to squeeze fair from between the folds and can keep your clothing less creased too.
- Clothing (t-shirts, polo shirts, shorts etc.)
- Sun hat / cap
- Swimwear
- Sunglasses
- Footwear ((water shoes, sandals, and flip flops)
- Longer layers for night time
- Underwear
- Socks
- Wash bag
- Razor
- Toiletries
Our popular holiday heroes for him:
- Stonethwaite adjustable sandals £34.99 - With a dual-density sole and adjustable straps these comfortable sandals are ideal for day trips and everyday wear throughout the summer months.
- Keswick polarized sunglasses £19.99 - Classically styled, these ergonomically designed sunglasses feature polarized lenses that reduce uncomfortable glare from the sun whilst providing 100% UVA and UVB protection for your eyes.
- Eden aquasport water shoes £24.99 - loved by our customers for beach holidays and summer water sports, our Eden water shoes feature water-draining panels, durable rubber soles and an adjustable toggle to keep them on your feet in the water.
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Ultra Important Packing List for the Whole Family
Tip! Try spreading these items across your suitcases to spread the weight. Plus... if you happen to lose a suitcase (fingers crossed that doesn't happen!) you'll still have some of the main essentials for the family to use.
- Travel documents (don't forget these!)
- Sun cream
- Towels / changing ponchos
- Chargers
- Travel plug adaptors
- Insect repellent
- Kid-friendly shampoo
- Night light
An all round so-glad-I-packed-that holiday item is our Patterdale changing poncho/towel. Made from soft and quick-drying microfibre fabric that dries 3 times quicker and takes up 70% less space in your suitcase than a classic cotton towel.
Easy-to-use snap buttons along each side of the poncho give you privacy to get changed. Ideal to use as a roomy changing robe, an oversize towel or a hooded layer to keep warm between activities or at the pool.
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Don't forget your toothbrush! Before you head away on your holidays, take a quick look at our summer holiday essentials shop
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