BONUS!

When you get an invitation to visit Vieques, what do you do? Find a flight, book the flight, pack light, and go.  Between my husband and me, we had two backpacks and a small over the shoulder bag. Here’s what to pack for a weekend getaway in Vieques:

We packed light. I’ve listed pretty much all you need below.

Toiletries (men’s kit or women’s kit)

• Toothbrush and Toothpaste
• Comb and brush
• Elastic headband and/or rubber bands
• Bandana (to tie hair, or cover face for off road adventures)
• Quick dry nail polish
• Mosquito Repellant wipes or spray 
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• Lip balm
• Sunscreen

Shoes

• 2 pairs of flip flops (one for the beach/road, one for the shower)
• 1 pair of lightweight (waterproof) sneakers
• Water shoes (coral and rocks can be tough on the feet)
• 1 pair of dressy flat sandals

Clothes

• 1 swimsuit, swim shirt, sarong, cover-up (pick one or all – up to you)
• 2 light dresses (1 short, 1 long)
• 2 pairs of shorts
• 1 pair of light pants
• 3 light tops/tank tops/t-shirts
• 1 pair pajamas (if that’s how you sleep)
• 2 underwear per day (1 if you don’t mind putting back on same underwear after swimming and showering)
• 1 bra (unless you are on vacation from those too – I get it – no judgment here)
• Light sweater or large scarf (for cooler nights or air-conditioned restaurants)

Technology

• Cell phone
• Waterproof camera or gopro – the water is amazing
• Laptop – if you have work to do
• Camera – for up close (not too close) photos of the horses and the roosters

Enjoy Vieques!