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Summer travel packing essentials for fun in the sun
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Summer is made for spontaneous road trips, sunny park days and laid-back beach hangs, but only if you're packed and prepped like a pro. Read on for clever essentials that make any summer adventure smoother, smarter and a whole lot more fun. From gear that rolls where you go to no-fuss food hacks, this is your ultimate guide to stress-free summer days.
Start With a Sun-Savvy Staple - Stylish Sun Hat
Brixton Joanna Hat
A sunburn is the fastest way to ruin the day. A lightweight sun hat is your must-have, even on cloudy days – and look chic, too! $70 on Brixton Canada
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Chill & Carry With Ease - Backpack Cooler
YETI Hopper M Series Backpack Soft Sided Coolers
Keep drinks icy and snacks fresh without sacrificing your hands. This sleek cooler goes wherever the fun does! $450 on Amazon
Your Rolling MVP - Collapsible Wheeled Utility Cart
Originsure Collapsible Wagon Cart Foldable
Load it all – chairs, towels, blankets, speakers and roll effortlessly across sand or grass. It packs flat when you're done for simper storag $69.99 on Amazon
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Tote-ally Organized - Large Waterproof Tote
YETI Camino 50 Carryall
Separate wet swimsuits and towels from everything else in this roomy, compartment-filled, water-resistant tote. Don't worry about beach sand – you can hose it out at the end of the day. $250 on Amazon
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Apear 16-in-1 Compact Travel Blanket – $92
Lojel – Niru – 24H Overnighter
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No Boundaries Women's Tiered Cover-Up – $24
Ditch the Dishes (Sustainably) - Compostable Plates & Cutlery
Greenlid 12 Person Compostable Eco-Friendly Disposable Party Pac
No one wants to wash up after a day sun-soaked fun. Bring compostable and eco-friendly, single-use sets in a large recyclable zip-top bag for easy cleanup. $33.66 on Amazon
Charge Into Fun - Portable Power Bank
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Power Bank
No juice? No problem. Keep your phone, speaker, or mini fan powered up wherever you roam. There are 2 ports for charging 2 devises at once. $54.99 on Amazon
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Fresh Food, Zero Fuss - Leakproof, Stackable Food Containers
Kick Back and relax - Beach Chairs
Hondo Reclining Beach Chair
Your Beach Chair is your throne for summer chilling. With four recline settings and a built-in cup holder, it's sturdy, comfy, and folds flat for easy carry. Beach naps highly encouraged. $400 on Amazon
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Chug Chill Hydrate Repeat
YETI Rambler Bottle with Chug Cap
This keeps drinks ice-cold (or piping hot!) with double-wall vacuum insulation. Leakproof and tough as nails, the Chug Cap makes sipping on-the-go a breeze—whether it's water, lemonade, or a sneaky spritz. $42 on Amazon
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Travel Bottles for Toiletries – $14.99
RFID Blocking Passport Holder – $15
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Portable Electronics Travel Organizer – $15.98
