If you are heading to the beach, a resort, or a tropical destination, then you need these Amazon beach vacation essentials! From fun floats to cute bikinis to handy beach accessories, these are the 25 essentials you must pack for your next beach vacation.
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Towel Clips
These cute towel clips will keep your towel securely affixed to your beach chair.
Personal Misting Fan
Beat the heat with one of these personal fans that can also mist you with water.
Snorkel Gear
It’s worth making room in your suitcase for a set of snorkel gear! Goggles and a snorkel makes it easy to view the abundant sea life and a pair of matching flippers makes it so much easier to float and swim.
Waterproof Phone Pouch
Don’t chance the life of your phone and use one of these waterproof phone bags in the pool or ocean. And they float, so you won’t lose your phone at the bottom.
Mini Bluetooth Speaker
Pack one of these portable mini bluetooth speakers to play some tunes at the beach.
Portable Beach Games
For more active beachgoers, consider packing a collapsible beach game such as bocce, cornhole, or frisbee. A beach game is fun for all whether you are traveling with a group of friends or your family.
Fun Pool Float
How adorable are these pool bloats? Pack one in your suitcase then blow it up at the beach for a relaxing float.
Sand Coasters
These fun sand coasters will keep your drinks elevated and out of the sand.
Portable Safe
A portable safe lets you lock up wallets, keys, and other small valuables while you are out having fun in the water.
Cooler
A cooler is a must to pack drinks and snacks. If you don’t want to transport a traditional cooler, try one of these cooler totes.
Beach Hat
A beach hat is a must have to protect your face from the harsh sun. Opt for one of these cute yet affordable panama hats, fedoras, or bucket hats.
Affordable Sunglasses
Don’t risk losing expensive designer shades in the ocean. Instead pack a pair of affordable Amazon sunglasses.
Dry Bag
A dry bag is a waterproof pouch you can securely keep your items dry in. Perfect for any items you want to take out in the water with you.
Wet Bag
And you also need a wet bag as well. A wet bag is perfect for storing damp swimsuits in. Especially important if you still have wet items when you pack up your suitcase!
Water Shoes
Water shoes are my number one beach vacation essentials. Protect your feet from walking on sharp rocks and hot sand, as well as accidentally stepping on any ocean life. Plus, they look like regular sneakers, so they’re great to wear out and about or on a plane.
Beach Pillow
If you don’t have beach loungers available to use, don’t fret. Grab an inflatable beach pillow to make laying on a towel in the sand super comfortable.
Sand-free Towel or Blanket
Did you know some beach towel and blankets are specifically designed to be sand free? Grab a towel for yourself or a huge beach blanket for everyone to share!
Umbrella Organizer
These handy organizers slips over an umbrella so you can organize your items, hang your bags, and store your snacks.
Beach Umbrella
Unless you are staying at a resort that provides chairs and umbrellas in the sand, you will definitely want to bring an umbrella of your own to keep out of the harsh sun.
Water Bottle
Cut down on your use of plastic with a refillable water bottle, and make sure you stay hydrated in the hot sun. Bonus points for using a collapsible, foldable water bottle to save room in your luggage.
Insulated Tumbler
If you have room in your luggage, definitely bring an insulated tumbler to keep your alcoholic beverages cold all day.
Reef Safe SPF
Of course suntan lotion is a beach vacation essentials. But did you know most sunscreen pollution harms our sensitive and vital coral reef ecosystems? Choose a sunscreen that not only has high SPF to protect you, but is reef safe to protect our coral.
SPF Lip Balm
Don’t forget to hydrate those lips and protect them from sun damage as well.
Aloe Vera Gel
Don’t forget to pack some travel sized aloe vera gel for after a long day in the sun! Aloe vera cools and soothes sunburns as well as protects and heals the skin.
Sea Salt Spray
Pack some sea salt spray to spritz in your wet hair for effortless beach waves.
Flip Flops
A fun pair of beach flip flops are a must!
Beach Bag
Of course you will need a cute beach bag to take with you to the pool or beach.
Cute Swimsuit
You can’t head to the beach without a fun new swimsuit!
Swim Cover Up
And of course you need a cute swimsuit cover up, like one of these options.
Snorkel Set
If you have room in your luggage, pack a snorkel, mask, and fins set to get out there exploring the ocean.
Action Camera
Don’t risk taking your phone in the ocean! Instead grab an underwater action camera like a Go Pro or Insta360 to take photos and videos to remember your trip by. While an investment, this will be your favorite beach vacation essentials purchase.
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