The Ultimate Spring Break Packing List: Essentials for a Sun-Kissed Vacation
Whether you’re packing for a road trip or a luxurious getaway, ensuring you have everything you need for your spring break trip is essential. Toiletries and credit cards are necessary, but no one wants to be caught in the sun without deodorant and sunscreen!
Packing all the necessary cell phone accessories is just as important. You know—maybe a phone pouch to protect against water damage and an adapter to ensure you can charge your phone anywhere. How else will you capture all the memories from your trip?
College students have enough on their minds—how can we expect them to remember the spring break essentials when focused on acing their exams?
This article is everything you need to make the most out of your spring break destination. Sure, we can remind you to pack your phone charger, but we’ll also show you the best products to bring on your trip for the experience of a lifetime.
So throw your swimsuit and toothbrush in your carry-on or travel bag, and we’ll help you figure out the rest.
All-American Essentials
If you’re anything like us, you’re looking for the best American-made products, and we’re happy to help you find the best local shops.
Buying All American goods helps support American families like you while giving you a product that will last. Here at The American List, we stand by our fellow American small businesses and support our troops—and we hope you will, too.
All the essentials listed below are manufactured on American soil and will give you the best spring break getaway!
Duluth Pack
Founded in the northern forests of Minnesota in 1882, Duluth Pack is the oldest leather and canvas bag manufacturer in the United States. They started with a design by Camille Poirier and soon became the ultimate packing and gear brand for canoeing.
You’d know if you’ve ever seen one of these iconic totes in public because their one-of-a-kind tags are hard to miss. Each product has three tags: one for Duluth, one to certify they were made in America, and one to show which dedicated craftsperson worked on it.
We recommend Duluth’s large standard backpack if your spring break plans include an adventure. Available in eleven colors, this canvas backpack is perfect for a long weekend hike and the last daypack you’ll ever need.
It’s durable, spacious, and proudly covered by Duluth’s lifetime warranty. So go ahead and get a little dirty—you’ll have this bag for life.
If you’re looking to spend a few days in the great outdoors and you need something dependable to hold your necessities, you can’t go wrong with this backpack. Pack your t-shirts and water bottles confidently and hit the trails without a doubt!
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Araks
Launched in 2000, Araks is the prime example of the American Dream. They support women entrepreneurs and seamstresses by building businesses, including three in New York alone.
Araks manufactures all of its products in New York to keep business local and to reduce environmental impact. They’re big on sustainability and keeping America beautiful by reducing, reusing, and recycling.
Their brand focuses mainly on bras and lingerie, though their swimwear collection is awe-inspiring. You’ll want to ensure one of their cute bathing suits ends up in your beach bag this season!
Make a splash this spring break with the Flora bikini top in its stunning colors. The cap sleeves are a cute addition to the modern scooped neckline, giving you a timeless piece you’ll have for spring break getaways!
Not only is this bathing suit top made from upcycled fabric here in the USA, but it’s perfect to wear under a sundress or with a pair of shorts and a cover-up for those moments you have to step away from the water.
Speaking of perfect with a cover-up—their Usha one-piece swimsuit is a classic option for those not sure about bikinis. It’s sleek, black, and timeless, meaning you’re always in style, no matter where you are. All you need is your beach towel and flip-flops, and you’re ready to go!
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All American Clothing Co.
Lason Nichol and his son BJ founded the All American Clothing Co. in 2002, determined to bring clothing manufacturing back to the USA. Keeping business local has been a great way to boost the American economy and support our troops.
While Mr. Nichol is unfortunately no longer with us, the Nickol family continues to oversee the company’s daily operations, headquartered in Arcanum, Ohio. They’ve been going strong for over two decades, and they’re not stopping!
For the All-American guy looking for comfort this spring break, we suggest the patriotic soft tech t-shirt. This lightweight shirt is made to keep you cool and protected from the sun with SPF 50, and the anti-snag technology gives you one less thing to worry about during your vacation.
Keep unapologetically patriotic with the simple design on the front, including the American flag and an eagle. For the ladies looking for the same great t-shirt, there’s a women’s option, too! So forget the tank tops this year, and stay cool and protected with the soft tech shirt.
But if you want to spend more time in the water, you need a pair of chevron board shorts. Why pack multiple pairs of shorts and swimsuits when you could be smart and bring board shorts?
These have the same anti-snag properties as the patriotic t-shirt, and their four-way stretch means you’re not limited on athletic performance or comfort. Durable, quick drying, and super lightweight—these board shorts are a guy’s best friend for a fun week out of town.
Are you looking for a complete outfit? These board shorts’ patriotic color scheme perfectly match the patriotic t-shirt, making outfit planning a breeze.
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Ready To Start Packing?
Don’t forget the toothpaste, and definitely don’t forget the great American-made products listed above. After working hard, you deserve a break, so why not make the most out of your spring break getaway?
Soak up some sun or kick up some dirt on the trail. No matter where your spring break destination takes you, pack smart and pack for the memories you hope to create.