I Live Just 10 Minutes from the Beach, and These Are the 10 Essentials I Never Leave Home Without

Including coolers, sunscreen, and a bluetooth speaker

Warmer days are here, and living by the beach means I’m soaking up the sun whenever I can.

Whether I’m heading out for a quick swim or spending the whole day in the sand, there are a few beach essentials I always bring along — and right now, many of them are on sale at Amazon. If you’ve already dug out last year’s gear and realized it could use a refresh, now’s the time to stock up on handy items like quick-drying towels, portable coolers, and more sunny day-approved essentials to make your beach days a breeze.

Keep scrolling to check out my 10 go-to beach essentials, with prices starting at just $8.

My Go-To Beach Essentials at Amazon

Under $10: Antfuny Turkish Beach Towel, $8 (orig. $10)
Carry It All: Bagsmart Beach Bag, $24 (orig. $36)
Cool Companion: Miycoo Cooler Backpack, $26 (orig. $35)
Must-Have: Sun Bum Daily SPF 30 Flow Sunscreen, $14 (orig. $20)
Kick Back: Coleman Utopia Lightweight Beach Chair, $37 (orig. $51)
Hydration Hero: Powcan 26-Ounce Insulated Water Bottle, $14 (orig. $19)
Easy Breezy: Jiluvin Kimono Beach Cover Up, $7 (orig. $9)
Shade Saver: Aoxun 6.5-Foot Beach Umbrella, $37
Cue the Tunes: JBL Go 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $38 (orig. $50)
Summer Staple: Furtalk Floppy Beach Hat, $23 (orig. $27)

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Sun Bum Daily SPF 30 Flow Sunscreen

~~$20~~ $14 at Amazon

Before I hit the beach, I always protect my face with a layer of sunscreen. I love the Sun Bum daily SPF because it gives my skin a subtle, radiant finish without feeling greasy. Plus, it's lightweight, smells amazing, and gives my skin a radiant finish while keeping it protected and moisturized. I also use the brand’s sunscreen spray for the rest of my body because it's easy to apply and absorbs quickly.

Coleman Utopia Lightweight Beach Chair

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~~$51~~ $37 at Amazon

For me, lounging by the water is so much more comfortable with a good beach chair. This option from Coleman is lightweight so I can carry it with one hand, but it's still sturdy enough to relax in for hours. I also appreciate the built-in cup holder and storage pocket, which keeps my drink, sunscreen, and phone within easy reach throughout the day.

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Bagsmart Beach Bag

~~$36~~ $24 at Amazon

Then there's my new Bagsmart beach tote: It has plenty of room for towels, a change of clothes, a good book, and all my other essentials, which the zip-top closure keeps secure. I'm especially excited about the separate bottom compartment which I plan to use for wet swimsuits at the end of the day. It also looks like the perfect spot for drinks or snacks when I don't feel like bringing a separate cooler.

Head to Amazon now to snag everything you’ll need for a successful day in the sun, sand, and sea, and keep scrolling to check out more of my beach must-haves.