If you are going to be taking a vacation, you want to pack everything you need for your trip so you'll have the best time possible. Along with making sure you watch the weather report, bring the appropriate type of clothing, make sure you pack all of your hygienic products and bring along all your medications, you also want to make sure you are bringing the right shoes. In fact, you may want to pack a few different pairs so you are prepared for anything you may do. Here are some of the different types of shoes you may want to make sure you have in your suitcase for your next trip:

Lightweight walking shoes with good arches

When you take a vacation, there is a good chance that you are going to want to do a good amount of sightseeing. Wearing your everyday shoes that are fine for running a few errands may not end up being the right shoes for the extra walking you end up doing. You should get yourself a pair of lightweight shoes that have a very supportive arch; this will allow you to walk around without ending up with cramped and painful feet at the end of the day. The fact that they aren't as heavy as some everyday shoes can also help you keep your energy level up longer and prevent tired legs.

A comfortable pair of dress flats

If you think you may be going somewhere where you would like to wear high heels, you should instead opt for a comfortable pair of dress flats. The reason for this is high heels are very bad for your feet as well as your back. Not only can they leave you in pain at the end of the day, but they also increase your chances of injuring yourself while you are on vacation -- and being on bed rest due to an injury is not the way most people like to spend their time on vacation. Dress flats can still be worn with the same outfits high heels would go with, but they won't bring all the added risk.

A pair of lightweight and quality hiking boots

If there is any chance that you may be doing a bit of hiking on your trip, you should bring along a pair of lightweight, quality hiking boots. They will make it much easier for you to hike through rougher terrain and protect your feet from things like sharp, pointy rocks; their soles grip surfaces that other shoes may slip on, and since they are lightweight, they will also help prevent you from getting tired as fast as you would if you were hiking in a pair of heavy boots.

You can also contact your local custom orthotic services for more information about finding the perfect shoes for your next adventure.