VACATION PLANNING

Things to Bring on Your Topsail Island Vacation

Your vacation rental home features all the comforts of home, plus a few upgrades! Just remember that there are some things you should be sure to bring along with you, since you may not find them in your vacation rental home. Below is a list of items to remember to pack, as compiled by our vacation specialists:

For the Kitchen:
 Paper towels / napkins
 Ziploc bags
 Garbage bags
 Aluminum foil and plastic wrap
 Dishwashing detergent
 Coffee, sugar & creamer
 Coffee filters
 Salt & pepper and other spices
 Condiments
 Soap

For the Bathroom:
 Bath soap
 Shampoo / conditioner & other toiletries
 Tissues
 Toilet paper

For the Beach:
  Bathing suits / cover-ups
  Beach equipment (toys, chairs, umbrella, beach blanket & cooler)
  Beach bag
  Books & magazines
  Sunscreen
  Sunglasses
  Beach/pool towels

General: 
  Baby equipment (baby gate, high chair and portable crib)
  Laundry detergent
  All-purpose cleaner
  Camera / video recorder (don’t forget batteries)
  Bicycle
  Games & toys
  CDs/DVDs
  Fishing pole & tackle
  Eye glasses
  Prescriptions and medications
  Cell phone & charger
  Writing material

For your Dog:
 Towel for drying off
 Bottles of water and a bowl for beach outings
 Dog first aid kit
 Pick-up bags
 Leash
 Floating fetch toy
 Life jacket (if the water is rough or your dog is not an expert swimmer)
 Sunscreen (if your dog is light skinned or has short fur—look for baby-safe, PABA-free, hypoallergenic types)