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Getting ready to head out for some fun? As you pack your bags and check off your pre-vacay to-do list, don't forget your mani! We have adorable and fun vacation nail ideas that'll be perfect for your trip, whether you're headed to the beach, taking a staycation, or planning on lounging poolside with a drink. 

Red is always a winner in our books, so naturally, it travels well. We love a classic red, like , but a glittery red like  adds a fun flare that gives your vacay mani a sense of occasion. If you're headed to the beach, is a pretty coral-red color that'll go perfectly with your , and it'll sizzle on hot summer nights. 

If sand and surf are part of your vacation plans, you'll love this blue mani. With alternating shades of blue and a little glitter, too, it's perfect for sitting surfside sipping on a piña colada.

Get all the dreamy blue shades with this . For the perfect gel mani, you'll need the and a . 

Let your nails light up the room, even on cloudy days. Perhaps your vacation manicure will even inspire the sun to come out and shine brightly on your playtime. We love this , with two sunny shades plus some neutrals that'll go with anything. The gel makes the mani long-lasting, so it'll make it through your vacay intact. To set the gel polish, you'll need , plus a . 

Wearing white is a vacay mainstay, so naturally, a white mani will go with anything. It's a super-clean look that we love for shorter nails. A gel mani will last for a long time, so may be the perfect color (along with and  to set the polish). If you're looking for something faster that's a little lower fuss, try . 

Take pool blue and add a pink twist. It's an easy design with the right tools, and it'll add a fun tropical twist to your vacation manicure. 

What are the right tools?

We love the freedom that comes with vacation, and your nail color can totally reflect that. So why not opt for a pop of different color on every nail? You'll be spoiled for choice with this ... heck, you can even get your toes in on the game with only a few repeats. And if you want even more choices, plus glitter and gel polish, this  has 42 colors (some of them glittery) plus base and top coat. All you'll need is a  for a long-lasting mani that could outlast your vacation.

Looking forward to the sunsets? These pale pink nails give a subtle nod to vacay sunsets with a single stripe. Of course, you can do it on every nail if you're totally feeling it. We love a barely-there pink like Ailssa's gel polish in  to serve as the base. Then, create your sunset strip in sheer jelly polish colors like and . , and don't forget the  to set the polish for the duration of your vacation. 

Heading to a tropical paradise? Get an easy-going vibe with these pretty neutral nails. It's super fast and easy with quick-drying . 

Heading out for a special night? You can slip these into your carry-on for a night where your nails shine like the setting sun. So pretty. 

If your ideal vacation is a cruise, then these nautical nails will be totally on point. You can make them as simple or as complicated as you like, but at the very least, you'll need a crisp white polish like and a stunning blue like . Then, add embellishments with  and . 

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Is this the real life? Or is this just fanta-sea? If you're headed out for a bit of mermaid spotting, why not set your nails up as bait? You're going to love our mermaid nail ideas. Looking for simple? Go for a shimmery all-over color, like , and then add  for a super easy application. 

We can't talk about vacation without at least mentioning day drinking at an all-inclusive resort. While it's not the best part of vacay, it certainly is a great part of it! Try these sweet-and-sour nails on as you sip on those poolside drinks that keep magically appearing.

1. Start with the perfect pink, like .
2. Use  to add tips in the perfect vibrant shades of yellow and green (you'll find them in this ).
3. Add juicy details with these . 
4. Finish with a  and a 

Whether you're headed to the beach, going on a cruise, or exploring one of the national parks, we have the perfect vacation nail ideas for you. So paint your fingers and toes and get out there and explore the world.