Kaytlyn Vigliotti

I started these thinking I'd read a chapter before bed. I did not go to bed.

I've packed and repacked my beach bag more times than I can count, and I finally have the formula down. This list covers everything from sun protection that actually works to the snacks and entertainment that make a beach day feel like a real vacation. These are the things I genuinely reach for every single time I head to the water — no fluff, just the stuff that makes the day better.