How to pack for sailing vacation
Start your vacation prep by envisioning the weather and your daily plans, then focus on packing smartly. Download our comprehensive packing list here.
- Opt for a soft, collapsible bag to save space on the yacht—remember, when it comes to personal items on board “Less is more“.
- Pack comfortable, light clothes, sandals or sneakers, swimwear, and a quick-drying travel towel for your days at sea.
- Protect yourself from the sun with sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen.
- For cooler evenings and sailing, bring warm layers like a sweatshirt, windbreaker and long pants.
- For evenings in town, pack a few dressier options like a comfortable dress, long pants, a collared shirt, or a light jacket.
- Don’t forget the essentials like different forms of payment, passports, personal medications, and the right amount of cash.
- If you’re sailing in cooler weather, include a wool hat and Foul weather gear.
- Bring chargers for your smartphone, cameras, and any other electronics.
- consider a personal headlamp for nighttime activities.
Ultimately, sailing vacations don’t require much gear, and when it comes to clothes, you can always do laundry if needed.
