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Tropical Vacation Travel List
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items Traveling to a tropical country? Since I live in one, I have a good handle on what you'll need!
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Tropical Vacation Skin Care
Tropical Vacation Essentials
Best Tropical Footwear
Stay Healthy Essentials
Tropical Vacation Skin Care
The tropical sun is HARSH on your skin, so stay gorgeous with these skin care items. Stay safe out there! If you purchase from any of my favorite links, I receive a small commission.
I LOVE this sunscreen, because it doesn't make you greasy or shiny or streaky. Keep sunburn at bay!
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 70
If you don't want to rub sunscreen on, then I recommend this spray, since it's EASY to apply. Also, water resistant so you can hit the beach.
Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray
Make sure you have at least two lip hydration products if you're going to a tropical country. Your lips WILL chap otherwise!
Mario Badescu Moisturizing Lip Balm
Take along some basic lip balms to keep on hand to prevent dry lips.
Burt's Bees Lip Balm
Your skin is about to be battered by high heat, different humidity levels, and other environmental issues. This is a good, basic moisturizer to keep your skin nice and happy.
Cetaphil Face & Body Hydrating Moisturizing Cream
For the guys, this is a great option for facial moisturizing. It's non-greasy and easy to use.
Kiehl's Facial Fuel Moisturizer
You can't go wrong with this body lotion and it will keep your entire body happy while you enjoy your vacation.
Eucerin Advanced Repair Body Lotion
This stuff is amazing. You need to bring it.
Amazon Basics Sunburn Relief Gel with Aloe Vera
Tropical Vacation Essentials
DO NOT go on a vacation to a tropical location without these absolute necessities.
No one likes to use bug spray, but if you're in an area where mosquitoes carry dengue and malaria, you really do need it.
OFF! Family Care Insect & Mosquito Repellent
I really hate bug spray, but this stuff really works to keep mosquitoes away, which prevents tropical diseases.
Repel 100 Insect Repellent
These aren't the prettiest, but if you are going to be out on the water, they offer the best all-round protection.
STORYCOAST Polarized Sports Sunglasses
Polarized sunglasses are perfect for warding off that tropical sun!
KALIYADI Polarized Sunglasses for Men
Oops, got a bug bite? Ease the itch with this handy bite relief stick.
Cutter BiteMD Insect Bite Relief Stick,
Weird as it looks, this tool pulls venom out of a bug bite to ease the irritation. I use it in combination with the bug bite relief.
BUG BITE THING Suction Tool
Best Tropical Footwear
It's not all about the flipflops, here's the real deal for tropical vacation footwear.
Skip cutting yourself on a shell or sea urching and use water shoes instead! They're fast drying and comfy.
Water Shoes for Women Men
These shoes are great for hiking, but also dry off really quickly, so they work well for tropical countries.
SOBASO Water Shoes
Stay Healthy Essentials
Traveling in a foreign country can wreak havoc on your health, so make sure you stay nice and healthy and happy with these useful products.
These are a great option if you prefer to avoid medications, but get seasick or carsick while traveling.
Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband
When in doubt, use these handy pills to keep nausea at bay. Not just for traveling, but if you ate something off.
Dramamine Nausea Long Lasting Relief, 10 Count (2 Pack)
Take these supplements before and during your tropical vacation to help your immune system work better.
Airborne Immune Support Supplement
Dealing with Montazuma's revenge is never fun, but especially not while you're traveling. Take along something to help with potential diarrhea!
Imodium A-D Diarrhea Relief Caplets
Constipation is also common for travelers, so consider bringing along something to help you out if needed.
Amazon Basic Care Stool Softener Laxative
Don't forget the pain relief! You're bound to have some aches and pains or minor injuries while exploring.
Amazon Basic Care Extra Strength Pain Relief
Activated charcoal is a must-have for when you eat something that may not have been completely safe. It's bound to happen, so prevent problems with this stuff.
Activated Charcoal Capsules
These are the best bandaids around, since they're fabric and stay on even if they get wet.
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages
Tiny, but mighty. This is a good alternative to buying all the odds and ends for your safety.
General Medi Mini First Aid Kit