When the sun’s up, okay, especially when it’s not, it’s very tempting to spend some quality time at the beach. Whether you’re hitting the beach in your area or you’re flying to someplace where there’s sun, it is important that you map out your trip first.
So that you ensure you have the perfect beach holidays, follow these simple tips:
Pack light
You’re going to the beach. What’s in the beach aside from the sand, the sun, and the sparkling blue sea? It’s relaxation. How can you relax when you’re carrying luggage that weighs a ton? Pack only the essentials. Make a list of all the things that you think you need, review the list, and crush out some items after careful deliberation.
Pack smart
What are the “beach essentials”? Your swimwear is one. Your picnic basket is another. But one important thing that you must never forget to bring is plain water. Sure, you can bring soda and other flavoured drinks, but plain water is the best hydrate to replenish your body with after the long exposure to the sun.
Important items: sunscreen, lip balm, sun hat, beach umbrella, mat or blanket, OTC medicine, moisturizer, beach toys, extra clothes that are light, sunglasses, book or magazine, extra money, and of course, a picnic basket
Easy, fuss-free food
No beach holiday is ever complete without food. You also need to ‘pack smart’ in choosing the menu for your picnic basket. Rule number one is not to bring messy food – food with sauces and soups. Easy food such as fish n’ chips, fried chicken, sandwiches, or any finger food, is the best option. If you insist to bring ‘messier’ food along, make sure that you pack them in tight containers. Also bring fruits and you can slice them in fun, tidbits sizes. Make sure that you pack them in good containers, too, so that won’t shrivel up.
Sunscreen
You might want to get a tan but you don’t want to get skin cancer. So it is best if you bring sunscreen instead of tanning oil. Sunscreen does not hinder your skin from getting tanned, but it gives you UVA and UVB protection, which is important. Even if the tanning oil has an SPF label, it is still oil based, which basically means that it is a dangerous product to rub yourself as you’ll probably still get burned which can lead to skin cancer.
Make a bonfire
It’s the perfect end to your day at the beach. Make a bonfire as the night air slowly creeps in. Huddle together with your friends and share stories.
