Choose the Best Vacation Town on the Crystal Coast

First, you'll want to choose the perfect spring vacation destination on the Crystal Coast (think Emerald Isle, NC., or Atlantic Beach, NC.), then you can get giddy about planning your week away!

The Crystal Coast is the perfect family-friendly getaway! Not only are there tons of places to plant yourselves for a day at the beach, but you will also find a wealth of fantastic restaurants to try and activities that will suit the whole family!  [Get Started: Find the Perfect Vacation Rental on Emerald Isle or Atlantic Beach]

Next, you'll want to make sure you have everything you need! We’ve created this spring vacation planning packing list to help you prioritize your beach necessities. Remember that you never need as much as you think you do; don’t stress! 

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Beach Wear:

• swimsuits
• beach cover-up
• flip flops
• sunglasses
• beach hat

Clothes:

• tank tops
• shorts/ pants
• sundresses
• sandals
• sneakers
• socks
• underwear
• pajamas

Beach Essentials:

• shibumi
• sunscreen
• beach tote
• beach towels
• beach chairs
• water bottles
• cooler
• beach toys
• identification
• cash

Beach House Essentials:

• chargers
• board games
• food & drinks
• laundry bag
• disinfecting wipes

Toiletries:

• SPF lip balm
• shampoo
• conditioner
• detangler (great for kids)
• hairbrush
• deodorant
• body wash
• toothbrushes
• toothpaste
• floss
• mouthwash
• moisturizer
• aloe
• bug spray
• hand sanitizer
• baby wipes
• hair ties
• razor
• first aid kit (or at least some band-aids)
• medications

Extras:

• frisbee (or even a game of Kan Jam)
• umbrella
• drink koozies
• cash
• Bluetooth speaker
• baby powder

Now that you’ve got your Spring vacation planning list, you’re ready to go! Which vacation rental are you going to choose? Share with us in the comments.