Don’t skip these accessories to really make the most of your waterside escape.
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Canadians are spoiled with some amazing access to waterfront adventures. From rivers to lakes to the ocean, there are plenty of ways to soak up some sun by the water.
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While a swimsuit, water bottle, snacks and sunglasses should already be on your beach day packing list, there are a few other essentials to add that can seriously elevate your experience.
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From a wireless speaker to Canadian-designed accessories, here are five of our favourite beach day essentials to pick up (and pack!) this summer:
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West Coast Table
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Tofino Towel Co. The Somers Palm Turkish Towel
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Sit back and relax on the sand with this Somers Palm Turkish Towel from the Vancouver Island-based brand Tofino Towel Co. The oversized cotton towel is absorbent and quick-drying, while the dense natural fabric is said to naturally shed sand to minimize the mess that you take home with you.
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Marshall Emberton II Portable Speaker
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What’s one thing that’s guaranteed to make a beach day better? Music, of course. This portable speaker from Marshall features multidirectional sound that will make you feel like you’re having your own personal concert while you’re relaxing on the beach. The wireless speaker can pair with any Bluetooth-enabled device, and features an impressive 32-plus hours of playtime. It also reaches a full charge in just two hours. Plus, this cool speaker is also waterproof and dust-proof (it was practically made for the beach).
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But, if headphones are more your vibe, check out the newly released Marshall Milton A.N.C. wireless headphones, which feature active noise cancellation that’s so good you’ll feel like you’ve found your own private oasis even while sitting on a crowded public beach.
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Clarins Dry Touch Facial Sunscreen SPF 50
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A beach day without sunscreen? No way! This ‘dry-touch’ sunscreen formula from Clarins will sway even the most sensitive of sunscreen-users. You know, the ones who practically scream: “But I don’t like the way it feels!” when you suggest they put some on. The lightweight cream features five plant extracts to hydrate and protect skin, along with a broad-spectrum UVA and UVB sunscreen rated to 50 plus. The lightweight, non-greasy formula will have the whole family reaching to reapply.
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Lululemon All Sport Wide-Brim Hat
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The right hat not only helps to protect you from sun exposure at the beach, it can also improve and prolong your experience outdoors by reducing the chances of overheating and providing some much-needed shade. A universal, and unisex, hat from Vancouver-headquartered brand Lululemon, this style was designed with movement in mind. Featuring a wide brim and adjustable chinstrap to help keep it in place, the sporty style also boasts a longer back panel to ensure your ears, back of the neck and even upper shoulders are shielded.
