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Packing for a weekend in Daytona Beach

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Mr S, Clem-the-dog and I are heading to nearby Daytona Beach for a quick weekend getaway. I figured that we needed to celebrate the fact that Mr. S is out of the hospital and on the mend, and what better way than a weekend of FUN for the 3 of us? The goal is to find things that we can ALL enjoy. Since we’ll be traveling with the dog, it’s going to be a casual getaway.

Daytona Beach is slightly NORTH of where we live, and the weather has been teetering back and forth between hot & humid and breezy and cool. As I plan my packing for the weekend I’ve decided that since we are only staying for a couple of days that I don’t need a suitcase.

Instead I’ve opted to use my FAVORITE bag – the Kelly Beth by Soul Carrier. I’ve gotten MORE compliments on this bag since I began using it. The last time I flew, I was stopped as I walked down the aisle with NUMEROUS people asking where I got it. It’s large enough to bring my essentials for a quick getaway, and still use as an over sized handbag (since I’ll be toting around snacks and a water bottle & bowl for Clem).

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I happen to love double-duty bags when I travel. It means packing less/lighter, and still having JUST what I need for any occasion that pops up when I’m away from my closet.

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Of course my “just in case” Macey Jacket from Anatomie will not only come in handy if I decide to walk the beach on a chilly evening, but it will dress up a simple dress by making it look chic. BTW, for those who’ve never heard of Anatomie. They make classic and elegant clothing for travelers, and I not only love their fashions when I’m on the road, but they are perfect for nights out at home. They make dressing for any occasion easy.

cache_400_700_1_100_100_16777215_macey jacket - for web-1I’m LUSTING over this navy Buda Mesh Dress, as I have a cocktail party on board a cruise ship in two weeks that’s supposed to be “nautical chic.” This is navy with a pair of red heels and I’d have an outfit that’s not only perfect for the event, but that I could wear again and again.

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Oh & that little SwaggerTag on my bag (and there’ll be one on Clem as well) is JUST in case….I’ve been known to walk away and leave my bag behind.

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SwaggerTags are under $4 each and I get a certain comfort from knowing that if I lose a tagged item, that someone will open it up and have my contact information. I keep them on ALL of my luggage as they’re bright, vibrant, and easy to spot! They are water, weather and impact resistant (so I can bring them on my beach tote), with strong attachment points and ties to ensure it will stay with your gear. I love the fun colors: Gekco Green, Dolphin Blue, Hot Pink, Mustang Purple, Dragon Red and Spider Grey, making them easy to find when my luggage comes around the conveyor belt at the airport.

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Comments

  1. I would really like to go to Daytona Beach for a getaway, especially because I live in MN where we have snow, cold, ice and/or sleet all winter (which lasts about 5 depressing months). I have never been to Florida and would enjoy a nice, warm vacation there.

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