These cubes made packing so much easier—I fit way more into my carry-on than I thought possible. They keep everything organized, and I love that they’re made from recycled materials.
ECOHUB 5 Set Compression Packing Cubes Organizer
This sunscreen smells like summer in a bottle. It goes on smooth, not greasy, and I didn’t burn once during my trip.
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Lotion
Lightweight, dries fast, and the sand really does shake right off. I’ll never go back to bulky cotton towels.
Microfiber Beach Towel
This hat packs flat in my suitcase but pops back into shape perfectly. It kept me shaded and stylish.
Foldable Sun Hats
A splurge, but worth it. They cut the glare off the water and look great in photos.
Ray-Ban: Polarized
Easy to set up and didn’t blow away in the wind. It gave us the perfect shady spot.
DUUDO Beach Umbrella Sand Anchor
I loved having one bag for towels and snacks. The cooler section kept drinks cold for hours
Mesh Beach Bag Cooler
I used this to take photos in the ocean without worrying. It sealed tight and floated, which was a lifesaver.
Waterproof Phone Pouch
Reading on the beach without worrying about splashes was amazing. The screen is glare-free in the sun.
Kindle Paperwhite
Clipped it to my beach chair and had music all day. The sound is surprisingly big for its size.
JBL Clip 4 Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker
This was a lifesaver after a little too much sun. It cooled my skin instantly and wasn’t sticky.
After Sun Aloe Vera Gel
Okay, not essential, but so fun. It was the hit of the beach and made for great pictures.