Make a list of necessities. Before you start packing for your South Carolina weekend getaway make a list of things you have to take with you for day to day use. Items to include on this list are toiletries, make up, underwear and medicine. Pack items in plastic zip bags for added protection. Other travel necessities include camera, memory card, batteries, charger, eye glasses, contacts and sunglasses.
Make a list of things you want to do. Items you pack for your weekend getaway to South Carolina are determined by the activities you wish to do when you are there. If you are planning on going to the beach pack a bag that will include swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, cover up and flip flops. If you are visiting South Carolina to go golfing pack everything you need to walk and play a few rounds of golf. You will want also want to pack comfortable shoes for walking around the sites and an outfit for going out at night.
Prepare for cooler temperatures. Temperatures in South Carolina can get cool at night and during winter months so no matter what time of year, pack a sweater or light jacket to keep warm. Bring a heavier jacket if visiting during the winter months or if you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors.
Select wrinkle-free fabrics. One of the last things you want to do it to iron everything in your suitcase once you arrive in South Carolina. You are only there for a weekend, so pack wrinkle-free clothing that you can hang up immediately upon arrival.
Pack lightly. No matter what you may need or would like to bring, try to keep your packing down to one small bag per person. Try to coordinate outfits that can be mixed and matched to reduce the amount of clothing to pack. For example, rather than packing one jacket for each day, pack a neutral colored one that can be worn each day of your getaway.
Leave room for souvenirs. Chances are you are going to buy things while visiting South Carolina you will want to pack an extra bag or make sure to leave room in the suitcase. This will make it easy to bring items home without having to spend money on a bag while on vacation.
Make sure you have the tickets, reservation confirmation numbers, itineraries and plenty of money. You will also want to bring any brochures, travel books and maps you have of the area in South Carolina you are visiting.
