Sunshine, adventure, and that sweet, sweet OOO email! Before you jet off to sandy beaches, or cobblestone streets, 17th Ave has everything you need to get prepped, packed, and pampered. From head-to-toe glam to travel essentials, here’s your vacation checklist.
Step 1: Glow Like You Just Got Back from Vacation ✨
Nothing says “vacation-ready” like that bronzed, just-spent-a-week-in-the-Maldives glow—minus the UV damage. Luckily, Fabutan Studio has got you covered with a flawless spray tan. Pair that with a quick stop at Sucre Body Sugaring Boutique for a silky-smooth finish, and you’re officially ready to strut your stuff on the beach, by the pool, or anywhere else with vacation vibes.
Step 2: Get That Manicure & Pedicure Game on Point 💅
Whether you’re rocking flip-flops or sipping cocktails with your hands in every vacation selfie, your nails deserve to be in top form. Exquisite Nails & Spa is the place to get a vacation-proof mani-pedi that’ll last through sandy beaches, city strolls, and everything in between.
Step 3: Build the Ultimate Vacation Wardrobe 👗👡
Nothing beats the thrill of a vacation shopping spree, and Danielle’s Consignment is the place for scoring the perfect flowy beach dress, stylish denim shorts, and breezy vacation-ready fits. Don’t forget Gravity Pope—whether you need comfy walking shoes for sightseeing or cute sandals for a sunset dinner, they’ve got the perfect pair waiting for you.
Step 4: Travel Essentials, But Make It Fun ✈️
Before you get caught stuffing full-sized shampoo bottles into your carry-on (rookie mistake), swing by Shoppers Drug Mart for all your travel-sized toiletries, sunscreen, self-tanner, and airplane snacks.
Step 5: Protect Those Peepers & Tech Gadgets 🕶️📱
Sunglasses are non-negotiable, and Spexville has an incredible selection to keep you looking stylish while shielding your eyes from those glorious vacation rays. While you’re at it, hit up Best Buy for all the tech travel must-haves—waterproof phone cases (because poolside selfies), portable chargers (because Google Maps drains your battery like magic), and adaptors (because you don’t want to end up with a dead phone in a foreign country).
Bon Voyage!💼🌍
Now that you’re packed, prepped, and pampered, all that’s left is to board that plane (or hit the road) and let the adventures begin. Whether you’re heading to a tropical paradise, or a European getaway, 17th Ave has made sure you’re vacation-ready from head to toe.
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Our borders are from 16th Street to 2nd Street SW along 17th Ave SW and several blocks of 14th (up to 12 Ave SW), 8th Street SW (up to 14th Ave SW) and 11th Street (up to 14th Ave SW).
