A summer vacation at the beach is definitely one of the highlights of the year for many families. The parents get to relax while the kids get to enjoy the water and fun beach activities. Of course, all of this requires careful planning and packing.

Even with planning, there’s bound to be something you forget. For the most part, you can always drive into town to pick up items you might have forgotten. Sometimes the hotel and/or beach house you’re staying at might even provide you with some essentials. So even if you do end up forgetting something remember that it’s not the end of the world and to relax and enjoy yourself.