Summer Travel Essentials

Last fall I shared my Travel Style Guide and it focused on what to wear during your flight. This post is more so about what to bring whenever you travel, especially since so many people are on the go in the summer.

If you're traveling out of the country, do remember to bring your Passport. I almost forgot mine before heading to Jamaica. But also remember to bring it back so you don't get trapped in a foreign country!

Even if you don't typically wear one, it's still good to travel with a watch. It's an easy way to keep on track (not missing your flight; remembering the time for happy hour, etc) and you don't have to worry about carrying your phone around (especially if you don't want to use roaming) just to check the time.I don't really care what level of protection you want, but do pack your sunscreen--no matter your complexion. I have a friend who sat out for an entire day and got her first sunburn ever and was shocked that she could even get sunburned. The point is, it will help protect you from skin cancer, bad burns and awful peeling. And you can still tan if that's your thing.

If you are connected by the hip to your cell phone, then at least buy a protective waterproof case for it (and for your camera) so that you can bring it to the beach, the pool, the waterfalls or whatever and never miss an Instagram or Tweet beat.Unless you're getting a mani done beforehand, be sure to pack a few quick-dry nail polishes in three basic colors. You want it to dry instantly because even though you're on vacation, we all know you're still very busy. A color like Petal Pusher is a neutral, everyday tone; Mint Sprint is a great color for the season; and Speedy Sunburst is look-at-me bold for a chic, night-time appeal.

So put these travel essentials together with my previous travel style guide and you should be all set from what to put on your body to what to pack in your purse!

What are some other travel essentials that come to mind?
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