Hello, Puerto Rico

In two months I will be married for two years….crazy, huh? To celebrate this milestone, we will be taking a mini vacation to Puerto Rico. Just a quick getaway to enjoy a little sunshine and hopefully a few fruity cocktails on the beach.

After searching high and low for a resort, I opted for the Ritz-Carlton. From the pictures it looks gorgeous and it has everything we need: a pool, beach, on-site restaurants and a spa….

weekend trip

To prepare for my upcoming trip I am in the process of putting together a packing list. So far, I have a bathing suit….I’m pretty sure a need a few additional things.  To help with this dilemma, I consulted Lauren Conrad’s book “Style.” Page 187 has a great list for a one week beach vacation, but since I will be going away for just three days….here’s my take on her handy packing essentials.

Vacation ideas
WHAT TO PACK FOR A BEACH VACATION
Weekend Getaway {adapted from LC’s weekend getaway and one week beach vacation}

sunscreen
lip moisturizerwide-brimmed hat
1 pair of sunglasses
2 bathing suits
1 pair of flip-flops (try Old Navy, Havaianas or Jack Rogers)
1 pair of embellished sandals
1 pair of fancy shoes (just in case)
2 cotton tees (I am loving the t-shirts from J.Crew)
2 tank tops
1 striped shirt
1 cardigan (just in case it’s cold)
1 pair of shorts
1 long skirt
1 cute top
1 cotton scarf
1 over sized button-down (beach cover-up)
1 sun dress dress
1 evening dress
2 pairs of jeans
jewelry (playful and chic necklaces that can be used to dress up your outfits)
Tote Bag ( I am currently loving this bag from Hayden Reis)
1 cute clutch (I love this clutch from Gigi New York)
2 pairs of pajamas
undergarments

Have you ever stayed at the Ritz-Carlton in San Juan? Let me know your thoughts!

Happy Planning! xoxo