A day trip to the beach? What to pack in your bag
Spending the day at the beach is one of the best ways to enjoy the sun, sand, and waves. And you can make your day even better by packing the right supplies to make sure you have everything you need for the day. Here are some beach items that I would like to take with me:
Toiletries: Sunscreen is a must when you are in the sun all day. Lather up to make sure you’re preventing sunburn. I also like to wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect my face from the sun and also lip balm and sunglasses.
Entertainment: Frisbees, volleyballs, and sandcastle building supplies are always fun to have on the beach. Or if you are looking for a relaxing day, bring a good book to read and an mp3 player to listen to music. Depending on the beach, you may also consider bringing snorkeling gear so that you can spend some time seeing the beauty that lies underwater.
Food: you can bring food or buy it near the beach. Usually I bring a cooler with some cold drinks, sandwiches, and snacks. Any other type of snack works great, pretzels and potato chips are good to take with your lunch. Make sure to stay well hydrated as you will be out in the sun all day, it is smart to bring a few bottles of water for each person in the group.
Cash: Many of the food and shopping establishments near the beach prefer cash, so it is always a good idea to have some cash on hand just in case. Otherwise, have a credit card available because it can be used at some of the providers.
And of course, don’t forget your beach towel! The bigger the better, because it will be a great way to dry off and relax in the sand.