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15 Essentials to Pack for Your San Diego Vacation
15 items
By
Darcey Olson
A list by a San Diego Native! Discover the must-have items to pack for a fun, comfortable, and stress-free trip to San Diego.
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San Diego Sun is Potent! Lather up before heading out.
Plenty of Sunscreen
Iconic brand of flip flops for San Diego natives.
Reef Flip Flops
To hold all your beach gear with fashion.
Beach Bag
You'll be taking a ton of photos - don't let a dead battery stop you.
Portable Chargers & Power Banks
You can rent onsite or pay half the price and bring them with you.
Travel Ready Snorkeling Sets and Combos
Stay hands free and safe by using a crossbody purse vs a shoulder bag.
Crossbody Bags for Women
Grab pictures when swimming in the ocean - San Diego is full of marine life.
Waterproof Disposable Camera
San Diego has the best Mexican food outside of Mexico. The carne asada is a must try.
Your Appetite!
This is the #2 must have after sunscreen. The sun is strong - protect your eyes.
Sunglasses
Don't forget your swimsuit. It happens more often than you think!
Swimsuits and Cover Ups
San Diego is an active town - you'll be walking quite a bit to visit all the sites on your “must see” list.
Reuseable Water Bottle
Bring a baseball hat or full brimmed hat to block the sun rays from your beautiful face.
Women's Sun Hats
If you plan on taking a harbor cruise or go whale watching, motion sickness meds are a must.
Motion Sickness Relief
Food and drink are expensive in San Diego. Stop by the grocery store and bring your own in a cooler to save big money.
Premium Cooler Bags
Relax at the beach with a good easy-to-read summer book.
Great Books To Read On A Beach Vacation
