Summer is now just a stone's throw away, and we all know what that means — it's officially about to be beach season.
Let's be real though, there are some beach-specific issues that we would all gladly do without: Getting sand in your food (and everywhere else you don't want it), having your umbrella blow away, or dropping your phone in the ocean, to name a few.
As you plan your next getaway to some sunny paradise, get your beach body ready, and start slathering on sunscreen, here are some amazing products, gadgets, and gear that will make your life easier and take your beach vacation to the next level.
First up, CGear's "one-way sift" design keeps your stuff sand-free.
If you can believe it, this stylish tote was originally developed as a landing mat for military helicopters in sandy environments. It features a patented "one-way sift" design that lets sand fall through the bottom and sides of the bag but not come back up, keeping sand where it belongs: on the beach, and not in your bedroom or shower.
Measuring 23 inches long, 7.5 inches wide and 15 inches tall, it'll easily hold all your beach gear, towels, and accessories.
Itzy Ritzy's leakproof pouch is the perfect way to carry your wet swimsuit.
No one enjoys sitting in a wet swimsuit on the commute back from the beach. It's equally as annoying when you take your swimsuit off and have nowhere to put it — unless you want water and sand all over your bag.
Enter Itzy Ritzy's travel pouch. With sealed seams and a lead-free zipper, it's a leak-free way to carry your wet, sandy swimsuits, blankets, towels, and more. Machine washable and reusable, this bag comes in 15 patterns from the playful "Avocado Damask" (green Victorian print) and "Social Butterfly" (blue and pink butterflies) to the more classic "Navy Stripe" (self-explanatory).
Itzy Ritzy Travel Happens Sealed Wet Bag, $14.08
Grand Trunk's versatile parasheet dries quickly and you will, too.
Would you rather lay your body on a cold, clammy towel or a burning hot one? With this quick-drying, non-stick blanket, you'll never be forced to choose between these two options again.
Grand Trunk's lightweight parasheet measures 7 feet wide and long, and compresses to an easy-to-carry 8.5 inches by 4.5 inches. Its patented sand pocket design will also prevent it from being blown away by a gust of wind.
This blanket is perfect for pretty much any summer activity outdoors from picnics (goodbye grass stains and damp pants) to festivals, concerts, and more.
Grand Trunk Beach Parasheet, $39.95
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