There’s a pair of large sunglasses with mirror lenses that has been sitting on my dresser for ages now. No, they’re not from the ‘80s, as you might think, but from a trip to Palawan. I was already on the plane when I realized that I forgot my trusty pair of shades at home. I knew I wouldn’t enjoy strolling on the beach with the sun glaring at me mercilessly, so I grit my teeth and handed the smiling flight attendant some of my hard-earned money for the only available kind of sunglasses they had.', 'After that experience, I swore I wouldn’t let myself forget something so essential for a beach outing, so I listed down every item in my bag as I unpacked. This list proved to be so helpful that I’m posting it here, with other items that some of you might need. Here’s to your fun and worry-free trips! 

GENERAL

• wallet with cash, credit cards and/or traveler’s checks
• travel documents: passport, tickets and reservation confirmations
• valid ID and insurance cards
• itinerary, maps and directions
• car and house keys
• books or magazines, playing cards or other games
• tote bag to carry to the beach or pool
• ziplock bags for dry cothes, electronic appliances; plastic bags for wet clothes
• camera plus charger
• cellphone plus charger
• iPod plus charger  

CLOTHING

• 
  1 set of clothes per day, dressier clothes for evening, and at least 2 extra tops
• sleeping apparel
• jacket
• underwear
• swimsuits and sarongs/ cover-ups
• beach towels
• hat/cap
• walking shoes and sandals/ flipflops

EYEWEAR

• 
  reading glasses
• sunglasses
• contact lenses, contact lens solution, and contact lens case

TOILETRIES

• 
  toothbrush
• razor and shaving cream
• comb/ hairbrush and hair accessories
• sachets of toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner and leave-on conditioner
• dental floss and mouthwash
• facial wash, toner and moisturizer
• sunblock and after-sun lotion with aloe vera
• nail clippers and emery boards
• deodorant and perfume
• baby powder and lotion
• hand sanitizer/alcohol
• tissues/wet tissues
• cotton balls and swabs
• feminine hygiene products: panty shields and/or sanitary pads/tampons 
• cosmetics: foundation, pressed powder, cheek stain, lip balm and lipstick

MEDICINE KIT

• 
  prescriptions
• vitamins and maintenance drugs
• paracetamol, acetaminophen or ibuprofen
• antacid
• anti-diarrheal
• allergy medication
• baby aspirin or substitute
• insect repellant and anti-itch cream for bug bites
• bandage
• Bengay or salonpas for sore muscles

ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

• 
  favorite toys/ games/ blankie
• coloring, activity or picture books; crayons and pencils
• snacks and water bottles
• buckets and shovels, beach balls and other beach topys
• inflatable flotation devices (subject to safety regulations)

ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR BABIES

• 
  diaper with changing pad, disposable diapers, powder, lotion and wet wipes
• bottles, nipples and caps
• breast pump and/or formula
• baby food and spoon; pacifiers
• nursing pads, burp pads and bibs
• bathing supplies
• petroleum jelly and diaper rash lotion
• teething medicine
• nasal aspirator and thermometer
• stroller
• light blanket