Going to the beach is all about the sounds of crashing waves, music playing, children laughing, the smell of the briny sea breeze, and the deep relaxation I feel that night, sleeping like a baby. As a regular beach-goer, I want every visit to be as perfect as can be, which means I don’t leave the house without my beach bag well packed.
Ready to have the most fun at the beach? Here are 21 must-have beach essentials for the perfect day in the sun.
1. Waterproof Phone Pouch
Picture sharing your beach day underwater, completely worry-free. This waterproof phone pouch keeps your phone dry and safe while you snap underwater selfies.
2. Inflatable Beach Pillow
Relax and let the sound of the waves lull you to sleep with this inflatable beach pillow as it cradles your head and neck, allowing you to drift off to dreamland.
3. Sandproof Beach Blanket
Lie back and forget about sand getting in your food or sticking to your skin. This sandproof beach blanket is like a magic carpet that keeps the sand away (but doesn’t fly).
4. Waterproof Speaker
Include this high-quality, great-sounding waterproof speaker in your beach bag, and let your playlist create the ultimate vibe, no matter how crazy things get.
5. Water Shoes
Dive into the waves or stroll along the shore with these fashionable, comfy water shoes without fear of burning your feet on hot sand, scraping on broken shells, or stepping on a jellyfish (you don’t want to do that). With so many great colors, I had to get more than one!
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6. Pop Up Beach Tent
Get UV protection and a cool retreat from the sun with this pop-up beach tent. It will become your portable oasis. Easy to set up and take down, a must-have for me.
7. Beach Umbrella Table Tray
Relish your snacks without the mess. Keep your snacks and drinks elevated and spill-free with this beach umbrella table tray.
8. Waterproof Bag
This waterproof bag protects your essentials, so you can relax and enjoy your time at the beach minus the dreaded ‘wet and soggies.’
9. Beach Sand Remover
Mom always says it’s the little thing that matters, and this invention proves her right! It allows you to leave the sand at the beach, not on you. This beach sand remover brush is like a lint brush but for sticky beach sand. Keep your skin and belongings clean and avoid beach irritations. If you’re like me, this wonder will become one of the most essential of your beach essentials! Trust me.
10. Umbrella Hook
A clutter-free beach spot is a happy beach spot! Hang your towels, bags, and hats with this strong umbrella hook, keeping damp towels off the sand and drying where they belong.
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11. 54 Cans Backpack Cooler
Carry 54 cans of ice-cold drinks effortlessly with this backpack cooler’s padded straps. Food and drinks remain cool without breaking your back carrying a traditional box cooler. I picture all the times in the past when we would be lugging those big coolers with handles. No more, up on the back, and to the beach we go.
12. Inflatable Lounger
Fellow beachgoers will be talking about the genius beachgoer who is relaxing in ultimate beach comfort. The durable and waterproof inflatable lounger is easy to set up and provides a cozy spot to count sheep peacefully. Available in 11 hot colors. My favorite is traditional nautical blue.
13. Collapsible Water Bottle
A hydrated body is a healthy body and this collapsible water bottle makes it fun and easier to carry back home. It’s lightweight, foldable, and easy to carry. As if that weren’t enough to buy them, kids like them which means they’ll keep using them.
14. Portable Beach Table
You can have a side table on the beach too! A stable surface for snacks and drinks is just as important at the beach as it is at home and this portable beach table is your answer. Lightweight and easy to assemble, it’s a must-have for an enjoyable beach day.
15. All Terrain Beach Wagon
Haul your beach essentials to and from your beach spot with military purpose and precision. This all-terrain beach wagon with big monster wheels makes it easy to tackle rough terrain and is perfect for transporting your gear quickly and efficiently. Move out, soldier!
16. Waterproof Fanny Pack
After a few trips to the beach, losing the little things or leaving them in the car becomes too big of a hassle. Keep your essential items safe, dry, and within reach with this waterproof fanny pack.
17. Portable Cooler Bag
Look at this cooler. Trust me, those sleek lines make other beachgoers jealous as they lug around their big plastic or, even worse, styrofoam coolers. Keep your food and drinks cold for hours in an insulated, leak-proof hot bag. Be prepared for questions when you reach into this and pull out an ice-cold drink.
18. Canopy Lounge Chair
For the long beach days when sitting out in the sun for too long leaves you cooking like a hot dog in the microwave, relax in the shade with this canopy lounge chair. It provides excellent sun protection and comfort, featuring a reclining function.
19. Portable Safe
Enjoy peace of mind knowing your items are safe and secure with this portable safe. It’s small, discreet, and ideal for protecting your phone, keys, and cash from sticky fingers while you’re at the beach. I like that it is very tough yet only weighs about a pound and comes with a secure cable.
20. Beach Cup Holder
What is the first thing you do when you claim your beach spot? Stake this beach cup holder in the sand to keep your beverages upright and within reach then you can enjoy the rest of your beach day safe in the knowledge your drinks will remain upright.
21. Face Snorkel Mask
Every time I use this, I feel like a secret agent quietly approaching my target. It is so futuristic and sleek. Remember trying to snorkel with the separate flimsy mask and snorkel? This offers a panoramic view, anti-fog technology, and a hassle-free fit, making your underwater adventures more comfortable and successful if you choose to accept this mission.
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