What to pack for a Hilton Head Vacation

Since Hilton Head Island is in South Carolina, the weather does change some throughout the year. This means that it is important to know what the average temperatures are in the different seasons of the year. Knowing the temperatures, you will better know how to pack for your visit.

In the warmer months you will want to bring the normal clothing you would have at the beach like; bathing suit, sunglasses, beach bag, sunscreen, & flip flops. When it cools down in the late Fall and Winter, some warmer clothing will be needed.

No matter what time of year you visit Hilton Head, be sure to pack some nice clothes along with your normal beach clothes. There are so many great places to eat and some of them will require dressing up a little. Pack accordingly and have something nice to go out on that special date.

Once you have been to the pristine beaches of Hilton Head, you never want to leave. Bring some fun beach toys with you when you come and start some competitive fun with your family and friends on the beach. The Atlantic coast beaches offer hard packed sand when they tide is out. This is a perfect setting for some beach sand fun.

And, this is just the beginning. Reading your favorite book or magazine can also bring great enjoyment while sitting in the sun or in the shade of your umbrella or canopy.

If you are able to book one of the Hilton Head Hotels that are Oceanfront, getting items to the beach is much easier. Another option would be to get a VRBO vacation rental in Hilton Head on the Beach.

If you are not able to stay on the beach, it is important to think about how you will get there. Each of the plantations and other places to stay will either have its own beach access or you can visit the many public beaches.

Public beaches have parking for your vehicle and might also be within bike riding distance. If you decide to ride a bike to the beach, having a pull-behind cart to pack your beach items makes the trip much easier. You will also want to be sure to have locks for your bikes so you can secure them while you play.

The best way to stay hydrated on the beach is to bring a cooler filled with water, and other drinks you might like. Some of the larger coolers have wheels on them and can be much easier to move around on hard surfaces. Keeping your waters and other drinks cold in the refrigerator and then transferring to a cooler full of ice will guarantee a cold drink, right when you need one.

Packing some snacks, and your lunch is a great way to stay on the beach all day. Chilled sandwiches, cookies, and chips are a few easy options to take on the beaches of Hilton Head. Having a second cooler with ice packs is a great way to keep everything fresh on the trip to the beach and in the hot sun. Keep your food and drink coolers in the shade and they will last a very long time.

There are many ways to cool off on the beach. Thankfully, the ocean water is right in front of you and beckons you to cool off whenever you need to. When you are just chilling in your beach chair, having an umbrella or a large canopy helps tremendously in the open sun. Cooling towels are also a great option for staying cooled off in the hot sun.

Nowadays, having a full charge on your phone, tablet, and other electronic devices is essential. Even for a beach trip. Portable speakers are fun as well. Connect your phone to your portable speakers and enjoy your music throughout the day. When taking your phone or tablet to the beach, a great way to keep them safe from the elements (sand and water) is to place them in a Ziploc bag.

Bringing extra charging battery packs is a great solution for keeping your electronics running all day. You can get the individual battery packs or a larger one to charge everything at once.

It is pretty easy to capture your family memories on the beach. Most people take their phone with them and can pull it out when needed to take those fun family antics at any time. If you decide to take a camera on the beach, just be sure to protect it from the sand and water when it is not being used. It is also important to keep them out of the heat of the sun.

Every trip with your family can be a special one. Taking pictures and videos of your events are wonderful as you look back on them.

Plastic storage bags are essential for any trip but especially important when you go to the beach. Keeping the sand out of your phone, tablet and other devices will ensure that you keep everything in good working order. Cheap bags are okay for many things but when you really want to protect your belongings, the name-brand bags might win out for a beach trip.

Don’t forget the sunscreen! A sunburn can ruin your trip and even when it is cloudy and you don’t think you are getting much sun, you most likely are. So, be sure to protect your skin from the damage of the sun by keeping lots of sunscreen with you at all times. Lip protection is also important. You can pick up some lip balm with sunscreen in it to protect your lips as well. Sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, cover-ups, umbrellas, and canopies are all essential for a successful beach trip. If the sun gets to you one day, be sure to also have some aloe vera gel to help with the burn and pain. Being prepared for the sun is your best defense and will lead to a wonderful trip.

Hand sanitizer is great for many times you want to clean up but having some sanitizing wipes really gets you cleaned off. No one wants to handle food once they have been playing in the ocean and the sand, right? Get some wet wipes and keep them on hand and you will be glad that you did.

Hiilton Head Island is one of the most enjoyable vacations you could ever have. However, you never know when you might have a small accident. Scratches and scrapes can happen at any time and keeping a first aid kit in your car is a great way to always have what you need. Having some simple items on hand can be a lifesaver. Be sure to keep some Bandaids, triple-antibiotic ointment, and gauze with you at all times. Most of the pharmacies will have a first aid kit that has most of the items you would need. Make sure you pick one up before you travel down to the Beaches on Hilton Head.

There are over 100 miles of walking and biking trails on Hilton Head Island. If you have little ones and you are planning to go on walks together, bringing a stroller is a great option. This way, when they get tired, you can easily stroll them along and continue on with your day as planned.If you are bringing bikes, or as most people do, rent your bikes, be sure to get a pull-behind kids cart or a kids seat for the back of the bike. Pulling the little ones behind is fun for them and makes it easier on you when you want to take a ride.

Most kids have something they consider a favorite item. Don’t leave this behind or you might regret it for your entire trip. Plush animals, toys, and electronic gadgets to play on while you are driving along. All of these things make the trip easier and more fun for the parents and the children.