Getting sun is great, but having the option to sit in the shade when you want is even better. This pop-up shelter is UPF 50!

"I went to a beach in North Carolina and literally every single person on the beach had this. I get it — it offers more shade than an umbrella and is easy to carry." -Carey

The ideal beach chair has backpack straps for carrying, and it must be able to recline. Bonus points for having a cup holder. These check all the boxes.

"These beach chairs are the luxury beach chair of my summer dreams, and something I hope to invest in for next year." -Katrina

"I have been taking this to the beach/pool all summer! It fits several towels, sunscreen, water bottle, and more." -Carey

"When it comes to beach towels, I want one lightweight, soft, and recognizable (if I'm trying to go back to my spot on a crowded beach)! I'm eyeing this one for my next trip." -Mary Anne

"I'm calling it. Visors are the more functional and fashionable version to hats. This straw visor prevents hat hair and still keeps you sufficiently shaded." -Olivia

Whether your beach drink of choice is a seltzer, soda, or beer, this koozie will keep your drink cool all day.

"A sandy seltzer is refreshing to no one. These clip-ons are the best option to keep your drinks elevated and out of kicking-sand-while-you-walk height." -Katrina

The tried and true pick for keeping your food and drinks cold at the beach.

Pro tip: always buy baby sunscreen because it doesn't smell bad.

Having a spray AND a lotion gets you coverage in all the hard-to-get spots.

Because scalp peeling is no fun.

Gotta make sure your phone is charged for photos, checking what time sunset is, and setting reminders to re-apply your sunscreen.

An effective way to protect your phone from water damage.

Keep the bugs away, while protecting the environment.

For minor cuts and scrapes, especially if there's no lifeguard on duty.

"Get yourself some lotion, aloe gel, or just a big ‘ol slice of an aloe vera plant to put on right after you shower. It’ll hydrate your skin, treat your burns if you get them, and help keep your summer tan." -Katrina

"This anti-friction stick keeps the beach feeling fun and comfortable." -Olivia

“I take a travel size of this perfume with me for the hottest days of summer. It’s for fully embracing that you smell like sunscreen, and I don’t have a way to describe it other than that and ‘vitamin C vibes.’ Good for post beach-day freshening up.” -Mary Anne

"My favorite part of a summer beach day comes after I’ve showered off the sweat, sun, and sand, and climbed into a cozy sweater." -Katrina