Beach essentials

Hello beautiful and welcome back to my blog! Today I’m sharing with you a few things that are all about the beach. I’ll be sharing with you the things that I bring with me to the beach, what I do to keep myself busy while I’m tanning, how I stay hydrated and how to have a good time while you’re there. If you are going to the beach, this might help you, but even if you don’t, you will for sure still get inspired. Have a beautiful day and happy reading! X

I don't like bringing unnecessary things with me to the beach, that's why I'm pretty strict when choosing the things I put in my beach bag. I always make sure I bring a bottle of water, sunscreen and a snack. As you might know, I love fruits and so I had to bring with me a handful of fresh cherries! The sunscreen that I use is a miraculous product named Piz Buin. This product protects the skin and contains SPF 30, and in the same time it also accelerates the tan. It's an oil spray that I absolutely love! 

I also bring with me my phone and my headphones for when I want to listen to music, my sunglasses and of course, a magazine or two. The key is to only pack the things that you know you are going to use and need. Always remember to bring with you sunscreen and a bottle of water, both are a must while being at the beach!

While being at the beach it's easy to get bored, that's why I came up with a few things that might be a good distraction while you're tanning. I'm sure you're going to have fun as well! 

Listen to music or podcast. When I’m at the beach, I can easily get bored of only laying in the sun, and I need something to keep myself distracted while tanning. I often to listen to the playlist I created called Summer Vibes on my phone, which contains all of my favorite summer songs. Podcasts are also a really great idea if you are into them. Remember to bring your headphones with you and of course, your phone or tablet. By doing this you keep yourself busy, you are having more fun and you’re doing two things at the same time. Bingo! 

Read magazines or books. Reading is great to do when you are at the beach. You can relax and read while listening to the waves of the sea and feeling the sand under your feet. I always bring with me a few magazines to read whenever I’m at the beach and even if sometimes I don’t even take them out of my bag, it’s still nice knowing that I have them with me in case I want to do some reading. 

Play a sport. If you go to the beach with your friends or family, playing a sport together can be really fun. There are a few sports you can play, for example, volleyball if there is any volleyball net near you, badminton, frisbee, beach soccer and surfing if you can swim. My favorite activity must be badminton thihi. It's so much fun! Which one is your favorite one?

Build a sand castle. Who said only kids can build sand castles? Building a sand castle can be fun and creative at the same time. It doesn’t take a really long time and the result will definitely surprise you. When you were little, there are a few chances you still remember your younger self building a sand castle and all the fun it came with the process. By building a sand castle you will bring back old memories while putting your creativity to work!

Get in the water. Personally, I’m not an excellent swimmer, but I love being in the water. If you can swim really well maybe you have the opportunity to scuba dive or surf. If you can’t swim really well you can still feel the waves, just make sure you are in the safe area. You could also use a swimming ring, for support and safety. It’s really nice refreshing yourself after being a while in the sun, but make sure you reapply sunscreen when getting out of the water, and of course, have fun! 

When it comes to hydration while being at the beach, there are a few things you can keep in mind. These are the things that makes me feel hydrated every time I'm at the beach! 

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