For many people, summer is a time when they can kick up their heels and cash in their paid time off to take vacations, spend more time with their families or do volunteer work.
While there is no shortage of fun things to do in summer, one activity that everyone looks forward to the most is their summer vacation.
While it’s a privilege that not everyone gets to enjoy, you want to be prepared for anything for those who do.
Nothing can spoil a fun day in a tropical paradise like not having a backup swimsuit, a broken pair of flip-flops, or forgetting a dress fit for the dress code where you’re headed.
When prepping for vacation, make your packing list and check it twice – and don’t forget to bring the appropriate footwear!
Keep reading for all the shoe styles for which you need to save room in your luggage.
Hiking Boots
Most vacations, whether somewhere tropical or exploring the mountains in your own state, will have you doing a fair amount of outdoor activity.
After all, summer weather, while it lends itself to vacations, also lends itself to lush, beautiful greenery and majestic vistas waiting to be discovered.
Make sure you’re prepared for any adventure that comes your way by having a pair of hiking boots in your suitcase.
Hiking boots protect your feet and ankles a lot better than a pair of sneakers, and don’t forget – luck favors the prepared!
Walk It Out
In addition to exploring in your hiking boots, if you’re heading to a new city, you’ll likely want to explore it.
From the street vendors offering local souvenirs or delicious food trucks serving local eats, there’s a lot to see and explore on vacation.
Do it in style with supportive walking shoes for women.
Sure, you could pack your trusty running shoes, but with walking shoes, you’re guaranteed more style with all the support and comfort of a sneaker.
Nothing ruins a fun day out exploring like unexpected back or foot pain because you didn’t put on the right shoes before leaving your hotel.
Wedges For The Win
While high heels definitely have their place in the fashion kingdom, they don’t provide the mobility and comfort of their slightly more casual counterpart, the wedge.
Wedges give you the lift you need to feel confident in cute skirts and dresses and even look great with jeans.
But, more importantly, they’re much easier to get around in.
Since you don’t want to miss out on any opportunities while you’re paying for a vacation, be prepared for anything, no matter how high-end your outfit, with a pair of wedges packed in your suitcase.
Sandals
Most summer vacations take you to a destination where the weather is even warmer than it is back home.
But, somehow, the heat you couldn’t tolerate at home is much more bearable due to the pristine beaches, resort amenities, and swimming with dolphins.
While flip-flops are the perfect shoe to throw on while heading to the beach or sitting poolside, sometimes you want to be comfortable in high temperatures but look a little more pulled together than flip-flops allow.
Sandals have entered the chat.
Sandals come in different heel heights, colors and patterns, and materials.
Investing in a pair of high-quality, even designer sandals allow you to elevate a simple pair of shorts and tank top and look equally chic with a beach coverup.
Sandals are one of the essential must-haves when it comes to packing for your tropical getaways.
Pool Slides
Saving the ugly truth for last, it must be addressed.
While spending time in water parks, hotel locker rooms, and even spas is a great part of the vacation, it does open you up for possible foot issues.
Athlete’s Foot and fungal infections unfortunately happen, so it’s best to protect your feet when sharing foot space with many strangers.
A simple way to do that is with a pair of pool slides to throw on when you’re partaking in wet environments with tons of other feet that you don’t normally interact with.
No need to go into further detail – avoid discomfort from foot issues by stowing some slides in your suitcase.
Keep your vacation easy-breezy this summer by making sure you pack all the things you need to have a great time.
Extra SPF, twice as many undies as you expect you need, and all the shoe styles mentioned above.
Happy Trails!