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Must have beach day items
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items So many things can get overlooked when planning your ideal day at the beach. This list should help you prepare for your beach vacation whether you live close to the beach or are planning a beach vacation.
This may not seem like an item that is essential, but after living in Florida for a few years I have come to find out that this is a must anytime you plan to spend time in the sun. Do yourself a favor and make sure you put on sunscreen before you go ...
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That beach sand might look soft and cozy, but it can also get very hot. If you are at the beach during peak hours of the day it could feel like walking on hot coals if you don’t protect your feet. Make sure you always have some protection so you can ...
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A beach towel will not only help you dry off if you go in the water, it will also keep you warm when it cools off as well. This will also help you to establish where “your spot” is on the beach.
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Be sure to protect your head if you are going to be outside all day. Regardless of whether you are a man or woman you will want to wear some protection for your head as long term exposure can start to give your sunburn on the top of your head as well...
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Even if you don’t do much more than soak up some rays you will still get hot and dehydrated out there. Make sure you bring some water and stay hydrated out there in the hot sun.
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If you go to the beach alone, you may want to bring some AirPods with you so you can listen to some music or even spend the day binge watching a show while you take in some beach vibes.
AirPods - Apple
A beach umbrella will not only help protect you from the sun and help you to establish “your spot” on the beach, it will also help protect you from those unexpected pop up rain showers.
Beach Umbrella
Speaking of umbrellas, it might not be a bad idea to bring a portable umbrella just in case a storm comes and you need to stay dry while finding the car or a place to go until the storm passes.
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Regardless of what your needs are, you may want to bring a cooler so you can bring your favorite snacks and keep them cool. It could turn into a long hot day on the beach so make sure you are ready to maximize your time with your favorite snacks.
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If your beach outing is a group outing, then you may want to bring a Bluetooth speaker so you can listen to your favorite music while spending an enjoyable day out in the sun.
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A beach chair could make a big difference if you plan to spend the whole day at the beach. Maximize your relaxation by bringing a few beach chairs so you and your group can have a comfortable outing on the beach.
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There might be times when you will want or need to walk away from your spot on the beach. The last thing you want is for your personal belongings ie keys, credit cards, etc to get stolen. A beach locker could be the difference between a fun relaxing ...
Beach Lock Box
While being at the beach can be a very relaxing and enjoyable experience, it can go downhill fast if you are uncomfortable due to the heat. A neck fan makes a huge difference when seeking out a little extra comfort during your time at the beach.
Neck Fan
Although sunscreen is effective, you may also want to apply some sun spray as well. It can’t hurt to protect yourself from those steamy hot sun rays as much as possible. You will thank me when you are not in pain from sunburn.
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It may not hurt to bring some bug spray to the beach as you never know if some unwanted pests will come around and try to spoil your fun. Keep them off of you and your food.
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Don’t put yourself in a situation where your devices run out of battery life. Bring atleast one portable charger so you never have to worry about losing touch with the rest of the world.
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