Spring Break Guide: The Laidback Caribbean

Posted by Eunice / Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

With Spring Break for college students—and worker bees ready for a respite—just around the corner, it may be difficult to determine exactly which items are a perfect fit for your traveling needs. Not to worry, vacationers everywhere can breathe easy knowing that we have your must-pack items for six of the most exciting and popular Spring Break destinations.

Destination: The Laidback Caribbean (Jamaica, St. Thomas and more)

By Amanda H. Millward

After working hard all winter at your demanding job or frightful school schedule, you deserve some relaxation. While packing all of your necessities for your trip to warm weather and gorgeous beaches, don’t forget the basics to make your fun in the sun memorable:

Sofia Fun Stripe Enamel Bikini
Going to the Caribbean isn’t fun unless you have a new and sexy swimsuit to flaunt your figure. This one ensures the gorgeous sea doesn’t steal the show. / South Moon Under, multiple NoVA locations; www.southmoonunder.com; $98.

Star Sapphire Sundress
This versatile dress is lightweight to wear during the blazing hot days of the Caribbean, but just add some silver bracelets and earrings and you have a dress to take you into the evening in enviable style. / www.modcloth.com; $47.99.

MICHAL Michael Kors Sicily Aviator Sunglasses
Speaking of blazing sun, don’t forget to protect your eyes from the heavenly yet harmful UVA and UVB rays. These always-in-style aviators will do just that while keeping you looking classically cool. Plus, they don’t cost a fortune—more money to spend on Caribbean jewels. / Bloomingdale’s, 8100 Tysons Corner Center, McLean; bloomingdales.com; $98.

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