Beach Getaways Are Calling: Here’s What You Should Know

 

Beaches are places for relaxation where one can surf, soak in the sun, or enjoy the cool breeze.

However, forgetting to plan can make the simplest beach day a stressful experience.

These beach hacks eliminate sun, water, and sand related complaints for a successful beach day.

1. Don’t be a pack horse.

Take a lightweight, pack-friendly cooler and a full water bottle to the beach or resort where water can be refilled for a refreshing drink, so that heavy pack will be less stressful. Consider easily accessible ziplock sandwich bags for electronics that need rationing.

Instead, keep the sunbathers and sunscreen in pouches for water-splash-resistant bags. Fashionable beachwear or sunbathing clothes, bottles, towels, and pool-friendly cooler bags can be stored in overhead bunkers or placed in locker drawers under the super comfy shorts or beachwear, as these items also count as personal belongings for locker drawers.

2. Protect your skin from the sun in a simplified, efficient manner.

Knowing how to protect yourself from the sun, is our most important life hack for the beach. 30 SPF and above sunscreen is a must. Apply it 30 minutes before sun exposure, waiting no longer.

Reapply every 2 hours, or immediately after swimming. A light sun umbrella, or a pop-up beach tent, is also advisable to carry for an extra layer of sun protection.

UV-protective glasses, along with a wide-brimmed hat, will take care of your face and eye sun protection. If you detest applying sunscreen, switch to spray sunscreen or sunscreen sticks. They are less mess and just as effective.

3. Feet Wellness is Essential

Hot, rough sand is sprinkled with debris and bits of shells. These thin beach sandals and flip flops, will protect your feet when “walking on the sand barefoot.” If you take the portable foot wash with you to the beach, and rinse off the sand when you are ready to leave, you can avoid the irritation that sand is known to cause.

If you would rather go barefoot, you can put your beach towel down to create a sand-free area, on top of a mat, to lounge and relax.

4. Water Time!

After applying your sunscreen, water and hydration is your next step. Spend long amounts of time at the beach and the heat of the sun could leave you without water. Reusable bottles filled with refreshing water or ice cubes can help keep you cool.

Powders with electrolytes or coconut water is a tasty way to put back the salt you lost. To put a new spin on water, you can add fresh fruits with lemon, mint, and lots more.

The best way to stay energized is to stay hydrated, and water is the best way to do that. You can stay energized and without headaches or any complaints.

5. Snack Choice

Eating is something that everyone loves to do. Foods that are not sticky and don’t leave residue on your hands is a great option.

Mixed nuts, granola bars, dried fruits are great options that won’t wear down or get soiled. Snacking can come in fresh fruits.

Snacks that can be portioned are the best because more people can share and grab a portion.

6. Guard What’s Yours

Concerns of theft are also prevalent on the beach. Leaving the valuables unattended on the beach is not wise. Using a waterproof pouch or a lockable small bag is a great option.

Many beachgoers will use an empty sunscreen bottle or a hollowed-out sunglasses case to conceal cash or small valuables.

Using a bright-colored towel also makes finding your stuff on the sand so much easier and organizing it is a breeze.

7. Easy Breezy Fun

Beach time is best when there is no hassle in setting it up. A waterproof speaker is great while the beach games such as light paddleball and frisbees can be easily packed as well.

A mesh bag hack makes beach time a little easier by sand not getting stuck and the toys can be packed easily. Carrying bulky items is deliberately shunned by using inflatable loungers and compact floaties so maximum level of comfort is attained.

8. Fast Clean Up Suggestions

It is just as important to leave the beach clean as is the fun that is had there. Use a small pouch-like bag to put trash as well as tissues. Keeping the Towels, feet, and other belongings and the rest of the surroundings tidy.

If possible, the public showers can be used to wash off sand to prevent it from sticking to your car and home.

Fast clean up helps in preserving the state of the beach, as well as making sure that you leave without complaints.

9. The Right Time to Go is Very Important

In some cases the best solution is to time your trip. The most favorable times for trips are in the morning and on late afternoons because there are fewer people and the temperatures are cooler.

The sun rising and setting provide great skies for pictures without the harsh light. When timed well, there is less of a beach stress and more of a comfort to the trip.

10. Appreciate the Sunlight

Worry less and just sail into the horizon. That is the best beach tip. Prioritize relaxation and the people that you are with.

With these useful tips, you can control complaints and maximize fun and leave the beach without any regrets.

Well, what are you waiting for? Start packing your bags and hop on the next bus to the beach.