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)