Here’s the thing about January holidays: you’ll leave home in a parka and arrive in shorts. Pack layers—one warm outfit for the plane, then all swimsuits and sandals. Chapter closed. Also, pack a reusable water bottle, because dehydration is the enemy of fun.
And for the love of all that is holy, bring a good book or download some podcasts. Even paradise gets boring if you’re just staring at the ocean for a week—okay, who am I kidding? That’s exactly what you should do. But a little backup entertainment never hurt anyone.
