5 must for your suitcase : Mediterranean Vacations edition

There’s a certain kind of magic that is unique to Mediterranean summers.

The kind that smells like salt and sunscreen. That tastes like ripe figs and cold rosé. That hums with cicadas and sunsets that refuse to leave the sky.

If you’re heading to the Med this season (and if not, we are manifest it for you), here are five suitcase musts that go beyond the usual checklists.

1. An all-around Bikini

Say goodbye to tugging, adjusting, and second-guessing. You want a bikini that is versatile, quick drying, and can double as a top for your nights out. Our pick? The Celestial Summer string bikini: adjustable, double-lined for opacity, and tiny enough to save on those pesky carry-on luggage fees.

2. A Rash Guard

Mediterranean days are made for salt, wind, and endless hours in the water. But your skin might not always be on the same page. A soft, lightweight rash guard (like our Red Coral piece) protects you from board rash, sunburn, and overexposure, while still letting you feel the breeze. Think of it as armor, but made from love and recycled fabric.

3. A Journal for Catching the Unspoken

You’ll be tempted to take a million pictures but there are moments no lens can hold. The way the sea changes color in the afternoon. A sentence overheard in a café that feels like a poem. A sudden clarity you didn’t expect. Bring a journal. Even if you only write two sentences a day. Your future self will thank you.

4. A Maxi Wrap That Works Harder Than It Looks

Sarong by day. Dress by night. Blanket on a breezy ferry. Shawl for temple visits. A good wrap piece is the MVP of your suitcase. Choose something light, breathable, and colorful, ideally one that makes you feel like a goddess when you toss it over your shoulders.

5. One Thing That Has No Purpose but Feeds Your Soul

Maybe it’s a little watercolor set. Maybe it’s a stack of your favorite poetry. Maybe it’s that anklet you bought years ago but never wore, or your favorite fidget toy. Pack one thing just for you, no purpose, no practicality. Just joy. That’s the whole point.

Final Thoughts

Don’t overpack your suitcase, or your days. Leave space to simply be. For treasures you find along the way, but also for naps. For detours. For slow mornings and impulsive swims.

And above all, leave behind any baggage that weighs your soul.

See you by the sea. 🌞🌊

With love,

The Musa Sera Team