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Summer travel packing essentials for fun in the sun

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Summer travel hacks: The secret weapon against dead phones and bug bites revealed – Jun 18, 2025

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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

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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!
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Chill & Carry With Ease - Backpack Cooler

Keep drinks icy and snacks fresh without sacrificing your hands. This sleek cooler goes wherever the fun does!

 

Your Rolling MVP - Collapsible Wheeled Utility Cart

Load it all – chairs, towels, blankets, speakers and roll effortlessly across sand or grass. It packs flat when you’re done for simper storag
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Tote-ally Organized - Large Waterproof Tote

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.

 

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Ditch the Dishes (Sustainably) - Compostable Plates & Cutlery

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.

 

Charge Into Fun - Portable Power Bank

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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.
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Fresh Food, Zero Fuss - Leakproof, Stackable Food Containers

No more soggy sandwiches! These containers keep everything crisp, fresh, and perfectly portioned.

 

Kick Back and relax - Beach Chairs

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.
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Chug Chill Hydrate Repeat

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.

 

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