Flights and hotels aren’t the only rising costs eating into summer budgets. Some vacationers are spending thousands of dollars on “vacation prep” before they even set an out-of-office message.
Creators on TikTok and Instagram are showcasing the self-care and other last-minute appointments they make in the days leading up to a vacation. On TikTok, the “prep for vacation” topic has more than 81 million views, and hashtags such as #vacayprep and #vacationpreparation help videos rack up thousands of views and comments. In addition to videos showcasing last-minute packing and noting that passports should be safely tucked away, many feature women balancing hair, nail and other beauty appointments, along with outfits they purchase ahead of their trip.