When you’re staying in a villa offering the comforts of home, packing gets easier. And with so many amenities waiting for you, what you don’t bring can matter just as much as what you do.

As you get ready to visit your favorite Hyatt Vacation Club^® resort, here are a few items you might not need to pack, and a couple you’ll definitely want to bring along.

DON’T BRING: PLANS TO EAT OUT FOR EVERY MEAL

So much of a vacation is indulging in the flavors of your destination, and who doesn’t love a good meal? But going out to eat multiple days in a row can get pricey. A fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to cook what you want, when you want it. Save money on restaurants and whip up a delicious meal in your villa kitchen. 

DON’T BRING: DISPOSABLE PRODUCTS 

Keep the plastic forks, paper plates, and red cups at the grocery store. Whether you’re taking advantage of the kitchen or taking something cold with you outdoors, your villa supplies silverware, dishes, drinkware, and ice. Not only are you saving packing space, but you’re saving money and the environment. A win-win-win for all. 

DO BRING: YOUR FAVORITE PANTRY STAPLES

Pack a favorite spice blend (from your pantry or a local farmers market) to make every vacation meal feel uniquely your own. Add a local twist to your go-to recipes or stick with tradition and enjoy the flavors you know and love at your home away from home. 

DO BRING: A THROW BLANKET & SLIPPERS 

Keep it cozy! Your villa provides plenty of living space to stretch out and relax, so unwind in some of your favorite comfort items from home. Imagine starting the day with coffee on the patio, wrapped in a fluffy blanket as the sun comes up. Or picture yourself curled up on the couch in your slippers, getting lost in a good book.

DO BRING: CARDS, GAMES & MORE 

Take family game night on the road with you. Spend some time poolside playing a card game, bring a board game to the beach, or slow down and build a LEGO^® set in your villa. Spending quality time with your favorite people while traveling is something truly special. 

DO BRING: WAYS TO KEEP YOUR VACATION MEMORIES

Go beyond your phone’s camera with a few creative ways to remember your time away. Pack a scrapbook for pressed leaves and attraction brochures. Bring a small jar for beach finds like sand and seashells. And toss in a set of colored markers to label keepsakes—like wine corks from a special night.

With all the amenities provided in your Hyatt Vacation Club villa, you can spend more time planning for your vacation, and less time packing for it.