Last weekend, I was filling my instagram feed, with pictures from my trip to Palm Springs. Every year, D and I head south to warmer weather in February. Last year we headed to Las Vegas. This year, we chose Palm Springs. There will be more trip details to come, but today I want to talk about a Palm Springs packing list.
It’s vital to pack well, in order to have a great vacation. Palm Springs is a desert community, which means warm days and cool, cool nights. Set yourself up for success by packing items for both scenarios. I hope this list helps for your next warm weather vacation! (p.s when is summer?)
Here is my Palm Springs Packing List:
travel essentials
- wallet/id/plane tickets
- lodging information, contact info, directions
- travel books or tourist information
technology gear
- phone + phone charger
- camera + lens + charger
- tablet/laptop + charger
- headphones
- memory cards
health/beauty
- make-up (not a ton, it’s hot!)
- face wash
- sunscreen (SPF SAVES LIVES!)
- deodorant
- lip balm (spf!)
- hair products (hair spray, mousse, oil, frizz tamer)
- hair tools (curling iron, straight iron, etc)
- perfume
- toothpaste + toothbrush
- contacts/glasses
- razor
- hair brush/comb
- tweezers
- nail clippers + nail polish
- Shampoo/conditioner (our hotel had these on hand)
- body lotion/aloe
- vitamins/ prescriptions
clothing
- swimsuit (I brought 2 )
- sunglasses
- swim cover up (I brought 2)
- shorts (I brought 1 denim/1 linen)
- jeans (1 pair)
- maxi dress (1)
- sundress/mini dress (1)
- v-neck t-shirts (I brought 1 black, 1 white)
- sweater (this is KEY for cool nights!)
- work out clothes (D and I actually worked out every morning- check to see if your hotel has a gym)
- sleeping clothes
- pool flip flops
- sun hat
- dress shoes/sandals (I brought 1 pair of ankle boots + 1 pair of fancy sandals
- intimates (bras + underwear for each day)
- purse/handbag
- any jewelry (I don’t ever bring anything REALLY expensive when I travel)
Every person has some special requirements they like to bring while traveling. I always like to bring 1 extra set of clothes in my carry-on just in case luggage gets lost. I also will bring extra camera equipment depending on the location. Tailor this list to best fit your needs. Overall, it’s a great foundation for a Palm Springs packing list. Stay tuned for more trip details!
Love,
Rachel xo
This is a great list! I always struggle with packing it might be because I’m a procrastinator, haha! But list are always so helpful. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Of course! Thanks for stopping by!
The photos from Palm Springs looked incredibly relaxing and beautiful – can’t wait to see how it recharged you! And that swimsuit is so cute!!!
Thanks Pech!!
I’m one of those odd people who absolutely loves making packing lists, so obviously I love this!
haha obviously!
Palm Springs is so perfect this time of year!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
We had a perfect time!
I used to live in Palm Spring in the late 80’s (now I’m telling my age) It was a fun and exciting place! Hope you had a chance to ride the tram…it’s beautiful up in the mountains!! Have a great day!
WE did! IT was a great vacation.
Love the espadrilles and love Palm Springs. Can’t wait to hear more!
Thanks Erin!
My goodness, that swimsuit is too adorable. Also I second your rec to bring lip balm with SPF. So many of us forget, and burnt lips are no fun!
Thanks! It’s from ASOS!
This is a great list! I’m a huge advocate of bringing extra clothes in a carry on, or just bringing a carry on. Totally saves your sanity if a flight is delayed or canceled!
I agree, I try to stick to carry-on, but if I can’t extra clothes is a must. I’ve been burned too many times! ha
Cute suit! Great packing list, too. I usually try to fly with just my purse and one carry-on, but when I do have to check a bag for longer travels, I also always pack at least one extra change of clothes in my carry-on. Palm Springs sounds soooo nice right about now! .
I know, it was 80s, pool, cocktails! TAKE ME BACK 😉
Great list. I may use it when I travel to Arizona next month.
OOO AZ sounds fantastic!
Love that swimsuit!!
Thank you! It’s from ASOS
its always a great idea to keep an extra outfit in your carry on
It’s saved me a time or two!
Looked like you guys had such a great trip! I was jealous of all your pool time. Glad you had fun!!
Awesome detailed list. There’s just something about lists that I love! and I love packing as well but the budget says no to travel for now 🙁 How long were you out there?
Great packing list! I’m always trying to make one but there is just so much to remember. So thanks!
Great list! We’re heading to Mexico in a week and a half so my packing list will be very similar!