🏖️ After 6 All-Inclusive Trips, This Is Exactly What We Pack Now (And Why)
We’ve been to our fair share of all-inclusive resorts —funny enough, ALL in Mexico. It’s cheap, what can I say? And while every resort has its own vibe, one thing is always true: if you pack wrong, you’re gonna regret it by day two. I mean, I use the word “regret” loosely, cause really at the end of the day if you HAVE to use a paper straw, is it the end of the world? No. But why suffer when you can have your cake and eat it too?? After years of trial, error, sunburn, and genius discoveries, we’ve finally nailed our ultimate all-inclusive resort packing list. This is the stuff we actually use, actually love, and will never leave home without again.
We also filmed a full walk-through of our go-to packing items in this video 👉 Watch here
(Packed with tips, real-life examples, and only a few questionable hat choices.)
🧃 Drink Gear That Makes You Look Like a Pro
Let’s start with the real reason you’re here: the drinks.
A lidded tumbler is an all-inclusive power move. It keeps your cocktail cold, bug-free, and way more delicious than the sad plastic cups from the bar. This one right here? Perfection. It’s not too big and not too small. It is basically the goldilocks of cups.
We also bring our own reusable straws — most resorts either don’t provide them, or give you a sad paper one that dies halfway through your daiquiri—NO ONE wants that, amiright?
🌬️ Staying Cool in the Smartest (and Dorkiest) Ways
I mean, the mere fact that I used the word “dorkiest” tells you everything you need to know.
You think you’ll be fine. Until you’re sweating through your cover-up waiting for the lunch buffet to open.
Paper fan = immediate breeze, zero effort.
Neck fan = yes it looks silly, but you’ll be the happiest person on the pool deck. And in the lobby. And in the elevator. And…well…you will be the envy of people everywhere.
👒 Hats, Sunburns, and the Great Forehead Protection War
We’ve both had moments of hat-related stubbornness, and we’ve both paid the price. Now we swear by:
Krissy’s packable hat — a little more shade, a little less fuss
Anne’s favorite hat — packable, cute and protective
🧴 Sunscreen and Aloe: Don’t Skimp, Ever
The sun doesn’t care that you’re on vacation.
Pack a big bottle of this sunscreen and a cooling aloe gel that doesn’t smell like grandma’s perfume. You’ll thank us later. Not to mention that if you forget to pack it and are forced to buy it at the resort you will be SO mad at yourself as you swipe your card for the million dollars they charge for a bottle.
👕 Sunshirts Are Sexy (Because They Prevent Meltdown)
We resisted these for way too long, thinking we’d overheat. We were wrong.
Now we bring:
Long-sleeve sun shirts for max protection
Short-sleeve versions for pool lounging
💦 Floaties and Extras That Seem Ridiculous (Until They’re Not)
Mesh float — folds up tiny, inflates fast, and lets you live your best lazy-river life.
Floating table — you will laugh when you pack it. You will not laugh when you’re sipping drinks and playing cards on it in the pool like royalty.
🎯 The Unexpected MVP
Towel bands are one of those weird things we didn’t know existed until we saw someone using them… and immediately bought a pack. Say goodbye to towels blowing off your chair every five seconds.
🎒 The Right Bag for Every Situation
Packing smart means packing flexible. Our lineup:
Fanny pack: Great for travel days and walks around the resort
Passport pouch: Makes airport check-in and customs way easier
Beach bag: With a zipper, because sand is the enemy
Daypack: For excursions and airport use
Collapsible hamper: Trust us. Game-changer for keeping clean and dirty stuff separated in your room
🎥 Want the Full Breakdown?
We walk through all of these — and a few others we couldn’t live without — in this video:
👉 Watch Now: Our All-Inclusive Resort Packing Favorites
XO
Krissy
💬 Your Turn!
What’s your must-have item for a resort trip?
We’re always refining our list and would love to know what’s saved your vacation. Drop a comment below or come hang with us on Instagram @lezgotogether.