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Beach Day Essentials, Amazon News + A Giveaway!

August 7, 2017 By Lena 252 Comments

NOTE: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

Also note: This blog post contains affiliate links. Why? Because I’m a brand new Amazon Associate!

But of course I am; my love affair with Amazon.ca has spanned years – fifteen, to be exact – which is actually longer than any romantic relationship I’ve had. From DVDs to photography equipment, clothing to makeup – and now, even food and pharmacy items! – I take advantage of great prices, fast, FREE shipping and unparalleled selection.
Pictured above: Sojos Sunglasses – nineteen (19!!!) friends ordered these beauties when I featured them last month. You can see my girlfriends modelling the sunnies here and here and here! They’re just $17.99 with FREE shipping and returns for Amazon Prime members.

Now you may be thinking, Amazon Associate, yada yada yada, what’s in it for me? Totally fair!

1. You’ll learn about Amazon Prime. Friends, it will change your life. For only $79 per year (that’s only $6.58 per month – the price of a Frappuccino!) you can enjoy the following member benefits –

FREE Two-Day Shipping on eligible items. (If the item you’re ordering is out of stock or unavailable to ship, they’ll get it to you two days after it’s back in stock.)

FREE Same-Day and One-Day Delivery on eligible items in select areas (see if you are in an eligible postal code), plus free standard shipping on eligible items. You’ll also grab discounted One-Day and Same-Day shipping where eligible, and no minimum purchase for shipping benefits.

Prime Video and Photos. Unlimited streaming of movies and TV episodes for paid or free trial members, plus secure unlimited photo storage in Amazon Drive.

Twitch Prime. Members get exclusive discounts on physical games pre-orders and new releases. Twitch.tv users who link their Amazon Prime account get ad-free viewing on Twitch, a free Twitch channel subscription every 30 days, and exclusive access to free game content.

Prime Early Access. Get 30-minute early access to select Lightning Deals on Amazon.ca.|

Almost there? Sign up for a 30-day free trial today!

2. Every month, you’ll have a chance to WIN a $100 Amazon.ca gift card right here on Listen to Lena! How awesome, right? Check out my monthly posts for inspiration on the products and promos I’m loving, and be sure to let me know if you’ve had your eye on any of the great brands I feature.

3. Timely shopping guides. I promised shopping inspiration, so without further ado, here are my picks for beach day essentials! If you’re an Amazon Prime member, all of these items can be shipped to your door in two days or less.
Pictured above, clockwise from top:

1. Sport Brella. Forget those flimsy beach umbrellas! The Sport Brella will keep your skin safe and protected from over 99.5% of UVA and UVB rays. With side panels for extra protection and wind flaps for ventilation, you’ll get everything you need from this oversized umbrella.

2. Sojos Aviator Sunglasses. Confession: I own four pairs of Sojos sunglasses! And these beauties are under $20 – perfect for tossing into your beach bag for weekends away at the cottage.

3. Giant Flamingo Party Tube. Hand on heart, I ordered this inflatable on a Friday morning during rush hour traffic… and it was waiting on my doorstep by the time I arrived home at 5:00 PM. Every beach day needs a floating flamingo! And this one’s a TERRIFIC price at just $26.00. It’s been rated 5 stars too – go ahead, this one’s a no-brainer.

4. Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM Super Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker. Bring the party to the beach with this super-portable Bluetooth speaker with surprisingly big, clear, crisp 360-degree sound and big bass. You’ll enjoy 10 hours of musical happiness on a single battery charge.

5. Balmshelter Tinted Lip Gloss (SPF 17). Look good and protect your pucker from the sun’s harmful rays. The texture of this gloss is buttery smooth and it applies easily with no sticky residue.

6. Straw Tote. Pick your favourite straw tote – there are over 3,000 options on Amazon.ca!

7. Sun Bum SPF 30 Moisturizing Lotion. This moisturizing sunscreen formula will protect your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays while enriching your skin with Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps to neutralize free radicals, which are the main cause of premature skin aging.

Love what you see? Pop on over to Amazon.ca and grab your own beach day essentials before summer is up! You can also enter to win a $100 Amazon.ca gift card below. Good luck!

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  1. Judy Cowan

    August 7, 2017 at 11:29 am

    My go to beach essential is definitely a good beach umbrella because otherwise I come home with a sunburn (even with sunscreen). Loving that Sport Brella!

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  2. Marlene J

    August 7, 2017 at 11:31 am

    Sunscreen, sunglasses, bikini, beach towel, lip balm & my bf

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  3. Lindsay T

    August 7, 2017 at 11:34 am

    As a pale redhead, my go-to Beach essential is sunscreen!!

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  4. Jennifer L.

    August 7, 2017 at 11:35 am

    My beach essential is lots of natural sunscreen and a good book.

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  5. Rosa Cross

    August 7, 2017 at 11:38 am

    Go-to beach essential…wine and a good book. :)

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  6. Cindy B.

    August 7, 2017 at 11:38 am

    I must have shade at the beach so a good sun shelter is a must when I’ve had too much sun and need a break.

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  7. Kim G.

    August 7, 2017 at 11:42 am

    My beach essentials are sunscreen and a camera.

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  8. Caryn salageanu

    August 7, 2017 at 11:43 am

    I need sunscreen, sunglasses, umbrella and blanket for the beach!

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  9. Stacy Scott

    August 7, 2017 at 11:44 am

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    ✮ (¸.•´✶My beach essentials are sunscreen, Water, Lip Balm, and a Camera to take lots of Pictures =)

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  10. Rosanne Robinson

    August 7, 2017 at 11:45 am

    My beach essential is a big towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, & lots of water.
    I would LOVE to have The Sport Brella you featured, it looks awesome!

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  11. Trista Barber

    August 7, 2017 at 11:46 am

    My go-to beach essential is my floatie, I could float for days!!

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  12. Michelle james

    August 7, 2017 at 11:47 am

    Beach essential is a hat for sure!

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  13. Joan Brown

    August 7, 2017 at 11:47 am

    My go to beach essential is definitely a good sunscreen and a hat because I’m sensitive to the sun. (which means I get heat stroke easily)

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  14. opheliaC

    August 7, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Spf 50 sunscreeeeen!

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  15. Joni

    August 7, 2017 at 11:48 am

    My go to beach essential is a big towel or chair and sunscreen and hat

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  16. Alayne Langford

    August 7, 2017 at 11:49 am

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, a towel, my sunnies, a good book and plenty of water! That Sport Brella is right up there too!! :)

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  17. Piroska

    August 7, 2017 at 11:50 am

    I have to have sunscreen. Being a redhead, I just burn.

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  18. Marlene Unruh

    August 7, 2017 at 11:51 am

    towels, beach blanket, sunscreen, floaties

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  19. Pam

    August 7, 2017 at 11:53 am

    My fave beach towel and monogrammed tote.

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  20. Brandon Forsyth

    August 7, 2017 at 11:53 am

    My go to is sunscreen as I am very pale and would die without it.

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  21. Lynda Cook

    August 7, 2017 at 11:54 am

    My beach essential is a very large umbrella, sun screen, towels, and beach shoes

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  22. Gary Smith

    August 7, 2017 at 11:56 am

    As a redhead it’s sunscreen and a hat for me.

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  23. Janice K

    August 7, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    Sunglasses for sure. My kid stepped on mine before our camping trip and I had to repair with medical tape, so due for a new pair.

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  24. Rachel E

    August 7, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    My beach essential is lots of sunscreen!

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  25. linda

    August 7, 2017 at 12:05 pm

    Sunscreen, coverup, snacks, shades & a trashy magazine.

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  26. Alana K

    August 7, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, blanket, cooler filled with cool beverages and water floaties for the kids to play on!

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  27. Elaine

    August 7, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    My go-to beach essential is definitely sunscreen!

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  28. Florence Cochrane

    August 7, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    My go to beach items are a floppy hat, sunscreen, lounger and a book

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  29. Darci Paice

    August 7, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    sunscreen, sunglasses, comfy chair, water, snacks and good company!

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  30. Cynthia Dingwell

    August 7, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    My beach essentials are sun tan lotion, after sun lotion, extra clothes and cover ups, sun glasses, sun hats, a cooler with plenty of drinks and snacks and toys like frisbees etc. Always good to plan for any weather. Thanks for the giveaway. And Happy Summer! Thank you!!

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  31. Gina Bergman

    August 7, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    Sunnies!

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  32. Lisa Hansen

    August 7, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    Mine are a big floppy hat and sunglasses!

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  33. Samantha Mer

    August 7, 2017 at 12:17 pm

    My essentials are sunglasses and sunscreen and a ball to play.

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  34. Erica Seaman

    August 7, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    My essentials are sunblock, a beach chair and a good book.

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  35. laurel jones

    August 7, 2017 at 12:28 pm

    good book, sunscreen, towels and water

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  36. Jeannie Lam

    August 7, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, sunglasses and a good book.

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  37. Guppy

    August 7, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    Sunscreen and bottled water are top of the list!

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  38. Casey Miller

    August 7, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    Big fluffy beach towels, swim masks, and sunscreen

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  39. Zahra P

    August 7, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    Sunscreen and a sarong which I can wear while walking or lay on while relaxing on the sand.

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  40. Elaine G

    August 7, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen,sunglasses,beach towel and a book.

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  41. Amy Heffernan

    August 7, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    Tanning lotion and towels. Thanks!

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  42. Vivian Dionne

    August 7, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    My go-to beach essential is a good sunscreen and sunglasses.

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  43. Tara

    August 7, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    My beach essential is a pair of sunglasses. Any amount of sun and i’m a squinter.

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  44. kristen visser

    August 7, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    I hardly go to the beach (really I should) but when I do my essentials are a large towel and tote bag

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  45. ivy pluchinsky

    August 7, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    My beach must haves are sunscreen, a hat, an umbrella, chair and beach toys!

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  46. Ira

    August 7, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Mine are food and beach ball for the kids.

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  47. Mandy

    August 7, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    My go to beach essential has to be sunscreen and a hat. Got to protect the skin!

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  48. nicolthepickle

    August 7, 2017 at 1:30 pm

    I need sunscreen, otherwise I look like a lobster.

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  49. Irene Eichler

    August 7, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    Lots and lots of sunscreen !

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  50. BethDimauro

    August 7, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    Love that umbrella. Perfect for sports events!

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  51. michelle

    August 7, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    sunglasses

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  52. Kirsten G.

    August 7, 2017 at 1:39 pm

    Water! Need to keep the munchkins hydrated!

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  53. Sarah Smart

    August 7, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    SUNSCREEN!! Its sooo important to protect your skin! Also a cute beach towel and sunglasses go a long way too ;)

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  54. Mary

    August 7, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    SPF 50, jug of water, sunglasses and an oversized towel are my beach essentials!

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  55. Cathy Oppedisano

    August 7, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    My go-to beach essential is bottled spring water or filtered water from a great filter system. Wouldn’t want to dehydrate under the hot sun.

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  56. Janet M

    August 7, 2017 at 1:57 pm

    My main essential is a good comfy towel, but I also need sunscreen and water.

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  57. Jenn

    August 7, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    That Sport Brella is genius! My go-to beach essential is a big floppy hat to keep the sun off my face and head!

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  58. Glogirl

    August 7, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    My go to beach essentials are water and sunglasses.

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  59. Angie

    August 7, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    My go to is my beach blanket. It repels the sand and wet well yet is comfy.

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  60. Amanda Neilson

    August 7, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    Sunscreen is a must! And bottled water to keep hydrated!

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  61. jan

    August 7, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    My go-to beach essential is shade and sunglasses.

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  62. Kate Hearn

    August 7, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    Towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and most importantly a good book….love to read in the sun

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  63. Lindsay C

    August 7, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    With my fair skin and red hair, high SPF sunscreen is a must!

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  64. Rebecca

    August 7, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    My go to essential is definitely a nice bikini and a high SPF sunscreen.

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  65. lynn clayton

    August 7, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    sunscreen towel glasses and snacks

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  66. Branka Stefanovic

    August 7, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    Never leave without sunscreen, water, sunglasses and a light cover up.

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  67. Monica Lueddeke

    August 7, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    Baby powder. ..it gets all that sand off

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  68. Lenore Brown

    August 7, 2017 at 3:00 pm

    Definitely need my sunscreen and sunglasses.

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  69. Jackie M

    August 7, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Sunscreen!

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  70. Alisa Ecker

    August 7, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    It would have to be my acer tablet, so I can play games, my hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.

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  71. Jonnie

    August 7, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    For the beach, I need sunglasses, a sun umbrella and an extra large towel.

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  72. Marra

    August 7, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    Sunscreen would be my beach essential!

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  73. wendy hutton

    August 7, 2017 at 4:18 pm

    definitely sunscreeen as I burn real easy

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  74. Krista M

    August 7, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    Towel, sunglasses, water, and good tunes on my phone with ear buds are my beach essentials!

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  75. Shirley S

    August 7, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    My go-to beach essential is a good pair of sunglasses.

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  76. Kristi F

    August 7, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    For me it’s sunscreen, an umbrella, a great towel, snacks and a good book or magazine.

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  77. Alison G

    August 7, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen and a hat. I can’t handle the sun for long and MUST have these.

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  78. Sarah

    August 7, 2017 at 4:46 pm

    Sunscreen and my Tofino towel

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  79. nicky

    August 7, 2017 at 4:50 pm

    Sunscreen, plus snacks, lots of snacks!

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  80. Sandra F

    August 7, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    Sunglasses

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  81. Sherry moffitt

    August 7, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    Sunscreen and a great book.

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  82. Julie-Lynne McCann

    August 7, 2017 at 5:19 pm

    Cute and extra thick beach towel

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  83. Jessica Eapen

    August 7, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    Sunscreen is a must.

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  84. Debbie White Beattie

    August 7, 2017 at 5:54 pm

    In order to go to the beach you need a blanket or lounge and a cooler

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  85. kristen s

    August 7, 2017 at 6:18 pm

    My go-to beach item would have to be lounge chair! So relaxing in the sun! :)

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  86. Rhonda

    August 7, 2017 at 6:24 pm

    I must have on my eye/face cream on with spf. I like to have water also for hydration.

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  87. Liz Howard

    August 7, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    Definitely sunscreen, a good book and water!!!

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  88. Bruke B

    August 7, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and a coooler of water.

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  89. Gillian Morgan

    August 7, 2017 at 7:26 pm

    A high SPF sunscreen for sure. My whole family burns so easily.

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  90. Viv Sluys

    August 7, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    My beach essential is shade! I bring a shade tent and hat!

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  91. Belinda McNabb

    August 7, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    My go to is always my high spf sunscreen

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  92. Lushka Smith

    August 7, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    Sunscreen and a book or magazines.

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  93. Tanyab79

    August 7, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    Sunscreen is at the top of the list since I don’t want to burn.

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  94. Donna L.

    August 7, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    Sunscreen

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  95. Alison Braidwood

    August 7, 2017 at 8:30 pm

    A high SPF sunscreen is always first on my list.

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  96. Clair Palmer

    August 7, 2017 at 8:38 pm

    sunscreen is a must, sunglasses and maybe the cooler

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  97. julia g

    August 7, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    My go to beach accessories are sunscreen, water, and a book.

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  98. KellyPC

    August 7, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    I bring my inflatable alligator floatie, books/magazines, cooler with water/secret beer/cider, lunch or a snack, paper towels, solar charger, phone, cups, wet wipes, towels, blanket, swimsuit, ipod/speaker, sunglasses & my beach shade. lol, sometimes I bring an umbrella too! but if we’re going later in the day we just bring a cooler bag with ice, secret beer/cider, ipod/speaker & a blanket or sweater. lol

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  99. Debbie F

    August 7, 2017 at 9:12 pm

    My go to beach essential is sunscreen, lip balm with sunscreen, drink and my book.

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  100. Jenness M

    August 7, 2017 at 9:14 pm

    Sunscreen and a cooler full of cold drinks!

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  101. RubyBB

    August 7, 2017 at 9:33 pm

    Sunscreen & sunglasses are a must! And cold drinks so we stay hydrated

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  102. Holly MacRitchie

    August 7, 2017 at 9:37 pm

    My go to beach essential is a water bottle!

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  103. Michelle Policelli

    August 7, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    Sunglasses are my beach essential!

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  104. Barb W

    August 7, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    I burn super easily these days so an umbrella/tent for the beach!

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  105. Claire Martel

    August 7, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    My beach essential is a towel, sunscreen and water

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  106. Christine Nunes

    August 7, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    Water, towel, sunscreen, a copy of cosmopolitan, sunglasses, phone, snacks

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  107. margaux retrophiliac

    August 7, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    A nice pair of sunnies :)

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  108. Shirley Anne

    August 7, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    Sunscreen, bikini, sunhat and a Sport Brella!

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  109. em

    August 7, 2017 at 11:18 pm

    sunscreen is a must have

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  110. Melanie

    August 7, 2017 at 11:57 pm

    Awesome! I love the speaker and the flamingo…..going shopping now!!

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  111. Madonna

    August 8, 2017 at 12:12 am

    a towel, sunscreen and bottles of water

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  112. Tannis W

    August 8, 2017 at 12:17 am

    My top beach essential would be a towel or snacks!

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  113. tracy k

    August 8, 2017 at 12:21 am

    sunscreen, beach towel, and sunnies!

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  114. Lilly Wong

    August 8, 2017 at 12:26 am

    A Beach Umbrella. I bring my own shade with me.

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  115. Tammy

    August 8, 2017 at 12:32 am

    Sunscreen, towels and something comfy to sit on.

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  116. Justin

    August 8, 2017 at 1:11 am

    A good absorbent towel!

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  117. eileen

    August 8, 2017 at 1:17 am

    Sunglasses and a big umbrella!

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  118. HEIDI C.

    August 8, 2017 at 2:47 am

    My beach essentials are a hat, sunglasses, suntan lotion, water, flip flops, big towel, snacks, umbrella, sand toys, reading material and wipes.

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  119. Jennifer P.

    August 8, 2017 at 2:58 am

    My go-to beach essential is my beach blanket – waterproof on one side, sand brushes easily off the other. Best beach blanket we’ve ever owned!

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  120. Christine C

    August 8, 2017 at 3:24 am

    My go to beach essentials are appropriate sunscreens from head to toe and including for lips. A beach towel, a bikini, sunglasses, my beach bag for a pillow… goggles. A hair tie (or swim cap). Comb. Moisturizers for hair and for post-sun / post-swim / post shower.

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  121. Dana Miller

    August 8, 2017 at 5:44 am

    My go-to beach essentials include my stainless steel water bottle, sun hat, sun screen and beach toys!

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  122. Hope

    August 8, 2017 at 6:48 am

    Sunscreen

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  123. kelly tupick

    August 8, 2017 at 7:50 am

    My go to beach essential is my big beach bag tote. It fits everything i need and then some.

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  124. Christine Murray

    August 8, 2017 at 8:36 am

    Sunscreen and bottled water. Thanks for the chance.

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  125. yvonne

    August 8, 2017 at 8:39 am

    My go to beach essential is sunscreen! And a floppy, wide-brimmed hat.

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  126. 409cope

    August 8, 2017 at 8:57 am

    I take a towel, sunscreen and a good book to the beach.

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  127. Alicia Boisvert

    August 8, 2017 at 8:59 am

    My go to beach Essential of course number 1 is either a towel, sheet or blanket to relax on and something to shade my face and my kids like an umbrella. You always gotta bring sunscreen or Even a tanning spray or lotion that has sunscreen SPF in it to get your tan on. ☺️????

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  128. kathy downey

    August 8, 2017 at 9:12 am

    My go-to beach essentials are sunscreen,hat,snacks,water and a towel!

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  129. Lynn Duchesne

    August 8, 2017 at 10:45 am

    My go -to beach essential is a great book, sunscreen and plenty of water.

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  130. Karine

    August 8, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    Definitely sunscreen and also a hat!

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  131. Tara Betterley

    August 8, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    Definitely the sunscreen, sunglasses and my swimsuit and towel.

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  132. Karla Sceviour

    August 8, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Sunscreen,a hat,sunglasses and snacks are all essentials!

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  133. Susan T.

    August 8, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    Sunscreen and a good book and if I’m on a good beach a snorkel!

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  134. Stephanie

    August 8, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    My summer essential is definitely sunscreen! Would never go to the beach without it

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  135. Sarah H

    August 8, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    Sunscreen!

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  136. Mari

    August 8, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    Sunglasses, a wide brim hat, beach blanket and a floatie pillow… with lots of silly magazines to read!

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  137. Melinda Jana

    August 8, 2017 at 7:39 pm

    sunscreen for sure

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  138. christine w

    August 8, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    sunscreen and a good hat.

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  139. Patrick Siu

    August 8, 2017 at 9:01 pm

    My beach essentials are my folding lounge chair

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  140. M

    August 8, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    sunscreen!

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  141. JULIE bolduc

    August 8, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    A good sized beach umbrella

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  142. Lee-Ann S

    August 8, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    My beach go to item is my oversized straw hat.

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  143. Wanda Tracey

    August 8, 2017 at 11:40 pm

    My beach essentials are a towel,water,sunscreen, sunglasses,an umbrella and some music. :)

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  144. Maritess

    August 9, 2017 at 1:31 am

    My beach essentials are towels, sunscreen, sunglasses and snacks.

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  145. JoKing

    August 9, 2017 at 9:41 am

    My beach day essential is sunscreen. Without it means pain later.

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  146. joy

    August 9, 2017 at 9:52 am

    a big cooler/picnic basket to hold lots of snacks and cold beverages!

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  147. Shirley

    August 9, 2017 at 9:54 am

    Definitely lots of sunscreen.

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  148. Erin W

    August 9, 2017 at 11:45 am

    I have to have cold water, a good book and a beach chair!

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  149. Wendy Jensen

    August 9, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    My go-to-beach essential is sunscreen and a book.

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  150. Suzanne G

    August 9, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    My go to beach essential is my sunscreen and sunglasses.

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  151. Emily Mitton

    August 9, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    My go-to item is always sunglasses you can never have too many!! These are awesome!

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  152. Tammy Dalley

    August 9, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    Camera!

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  153. Linda G

    August 9, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    Definitely sunscreen, sunglasses, floppy brimmed hat and sheer cover up all tucked in a large tote.

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  154. Jewels Lovely

    August 9, 2017 at 8:28 pm

    Sunscreen, floated and snacks!

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  155. Jolie

    August 9, 2017 at 9:09 pm

    My essentials are a beach bag, sunglasses, sunscreen, bathing suit, beach towel and flip flops.

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  156. leanne

    August 9, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    Suncreen

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  157. Christy E

    August 9, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    My go-to beach essentials are sunscreen, hat, water and a good book!

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  158. Dianne G.

    August 10, 2017 at 1:48 am

    My beach essential is a comfortable chair with an umbrella attached.

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  159. Joan G.

    August 10, 2017 at 5:11 am

    I always take my sunscreen, sunglasses, large towels, and a cooler full of iced water when I go to the beach.

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  160. Soozle

    August 10, 2017 at 6:20 am

    I have so many from sunscreen to a light coverup!

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  161. lori butler

    August 10, 2017 at 6:32 am

    i must have my sun block for protection

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  162. Kim Sales

    August 10, 2017 at 7:22 am

    Sunscreen and water!!

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  163. Ashley C

    August 10, 2017 at 7:45 am

    A big floppy hat!

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  164. Ameirah Taha

    August 10, 2017 at 10:40 am

    a towel coconut oil shades & a good book

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  165. Lara Maynard

    August 10, 2017 at 10:47 am

    Books and sunscreen

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  166. Elizabeth Matthiesen

    August 10, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    My go to beach essential is definitely sunscreen and if there’s fresh fish around then a bag of shrimp too :-)

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  167. Melinda

    August 10, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Sunscreen is essential for the beach.

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  168. Lynne

    August 10, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    My go to beach items are sunscreen, bottled water, sunglasses, towel, snacks and a good book.

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  169. Sylvia

    August 10, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    My beach essentials are sunglasses and sunscreen.

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  170. Mary Boudreau

    August 11, 2017 at 8:00 am

    Sunscreen is my go to beach essential

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  171. Erin McSweeney

    August 11, 2017 at 11:19 am

    An umbrella to help save this skin from becoming a lobster

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  172. Sunshine G

    August 11, 2017 at 7:03 pm

    Definitely sunscreen – for me and for the kids.

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  173. Amy Stackhouse

    August 11, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    Sunglasses are my summer essential! I also prefer cute but inexpensive sunglasses as I often lose or break mine. I’m loving the Sojo’s and will be getting a few pair!

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  174. michelle matta

    August 12, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    Sunscreen these days, and almost ready to buy a beach umbrella. I never thought Id become this person Lol.

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  175. David Smith

    August 12, 2017 at 2:03 pm

    Sunscreen for the kids and I, sunglasses for my wife and son.

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  176. Violet Smith

    August 12, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    My Beach essentials are sunscreen a big fluffy towel and a good book

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  177. Olivia clow

    August 12, 2017 at 4:27 pm

    Wow awesome ???? contest my beach bag. Big towel and suntan lotion. Liked and loved

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  178. Melinda

    August 12, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    Sunscreen is my go to beach essential.

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  179. Carole D

    August 13, 2017 at 1:24 am

    My beach essential is a umbrella, sun screen and water!

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  180. Sarah alexis

    August 13, 2017 at 1:47 am

    MUST HAVES: sunglasses, sunscreen and a swimsuit!

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  181. Tammi L.

    August 13, 2017 at 5:10 am

    My go-to Beach essential is sunscreen! (As well as phone, camera and snacks!)

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  182. Olivia clow

    August 13, 2017 at 7:58 am

    Good sunscreen large umbrella.

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  183. Marilyn M

    August 13, 2017 at 9:07 am

    My beach essentials are sunscreen a hat and a book!

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  184. Janice Cournoyer

    August 13, 2017 at 10:10 am

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, sunglasses and water.

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  185. Doris Calvert

    August 13, 2017 at 10:35 am

    Sunscreen and Sport Umbrella is a must!

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  186. Vicki Hill

    August 13, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    Sunscreen, sunglasses and water and towel.

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  187. Michelle W

    August 13, 2017 at 9:13 pm

    Sunscreen, lip balm, and water

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  188. Carol Denny

    August 13, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    Sunscreen, sunglasses and a beach umbrella.

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  189. Tanya F.

    August 14, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    My go-to beach essential is a great summer read!

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  190. Lynnie

    August 14, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    I never head to the beach with a good sunscreen, and sunglasses!

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  191. CL Chin

    August 14, 2017 at 4:48 pm

    iced tea, sunscreen, sunglasses and comfy sandals

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  192. Andrea

    August 14, 2017 at 7:11 pm

    My beach essential is sunglasses, sunscreen and a good book!

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  193. Linda

    August 14, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    My go to beach essential is a very good sun block cream.

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  194. Monique L.S.

    August 14, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    A couple of things: sunscreen, sunglasses and water.

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  195. Nicole Jubleew

    August 14, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    My go to beach essentials are sunscreen, lip balm, water, sunglasses and a book!

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  196. Ann Kieswetter

    August 15, 2017 at 9:53 am

    My beach essential is for sure sunscreen!

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  197. Enrique Herrera

    August 15, 2017 at 11:45 am

    A very large blanket to keep the sand out of your shoes!

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  198. sarah

    August 15, 2017 at 6:19 pm

    I just need my swimsuit, a big towel and a good book to read and I’m set.

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  199. Maria McLachlan

    August 15, 2017 at 9:40 pm

    Sunscreen, towels, and some beach toys for the kids

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  200. Francine

    August 16, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    A fabulous cover-up

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  201. Josie Tusa

    August 16, 2017 at 11:52 pm

    A good pair of sunglasses to protect my eyes.

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  202. Peter Tusa

    August 16, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    My swimming trunks and sunscreen

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  203. Shauna

    August 17, 2017 at 12:04 am

    Our beach essential is actually a bottle of baby powder. It works wonders to get wet sand off easily, and gives us an excuse to use up the countless bottles we were gifted when my daughter was born.

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  204. Juliee Fitze

    August 17, 2017 at 9:27 am

    My essential is sunscreen and lots of water to drink.

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  205. Linda D

    August 17, 2017 at 11:42 am

    My beach essential is sunscreen.

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  206. Tooth Fairy

    August 18, 2017 at 12:11 am

    My beach essentials include blanket and pillow! I love to be comfy!

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  207. Ashley G

    August 18, 2017 at 12:26 am

    Sunscreen and a swim suit!

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  208. Amina

    August 18, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    Sunscreen is a must for me and sometimes a hat!

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  209. LisaM

    August 19, 2017 at 8:27 am

    Always always sunscreen – my husband, and thus our kid, is part Danish part English! Burns are a constant worry

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  210. Gina A

    August 19, 2017 at 10:14 am

    Cold drinks in a lightweight cooler!

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  211. Kristy

    August 19, 2017 at 8:15 pm

    I can’t go to the beach without sunscreen! :)

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  212. Pearl Saban

    August 20, 2017 at 12:27 am

    Sunscreen and a sunhat.

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  213. Julie KH

    August 20, 2017 at 10:35 am

    I use a shower curtain on the sand to keep the sand off our mat and also love sunscreen, snacks, sunglasses and thick towels. Don’t forget a book too!

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  214. Angela Massis

    August 20, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    My go to beach essential is definitely a great pair of sunglasses and sun screen

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  215. Kim K

    August 20, 2017 at 5:54 pm

    A wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, a big plush beach towel and sunscreen

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  216. Carina vause

    August 21, 2017 at 2:22 am

    A big floppy light hat that won’t get squished in my bag. And a nice soft cooler for our lunch. I don’t want to leave the beach in search of lunch.

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  217. Julie

    August 21, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    Sunscreen, beach toys, lifejackets and snacks! All are super important!

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  218. Sue f

    August 21, 2017 at 5:02 pm

    A big beach towel lots of sun screen and plenty of water

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  219. Debbie Ok

    August 21, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    My sunglasses and water, absolute musts!

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  220. Andrea Amy

    August 22, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    a towel, sunscreen, water, snacks, and shovels/pails for the kids

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  221. Jenny T

    August 22, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    my go to beach essential is a floaty

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  222. Luisa

    August 23, 2017 at 11:52 am

    An umbrella and blanket!

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  223. Brenda Penton

    August 23, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    Sunglasses, a towel and sunscreen.

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  224. Kelley Moore

    August 23, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    I got to have my sunscreen

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  225. Tainan Lu

    August 23, 2017 at 5:06 pm

    My go to beach essential is my sunscreen

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  226. Joyce S

    August 23, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    Sunscreen is my beach essential!

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  227. Gina Fleury

    August 23, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    My essential is a swimsuit, sunscreen, towel and a good book!

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  228. Fatima Naveed

    August 24, 2017 at 7:13 am

    Definitely a sunscreen with high spf is a must

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  229. Cheryl H

    August 24, 2017 at 10:57 am

    Lots of lots of sunscreen as my kids and I burn easily

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  230. Shondra

    August 24, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    Cool shades like yours and a big beach blanket and hat and cover up!

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  231. shirley oflynn

    August 24, 2017 at 1:02 pm

    My go to beach essential is sunscreen and an umbrella.

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  232. Christine D

    August 24, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    A really comfy chair!

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  233. Erika Letson

    August 24, 2017 at 10:26 pm

    My go-to beach essential is definitely sunscreen with a high SPF, so I don’t burn!

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  234. Valerie Mallette

    August 24, 2017 at 11:59 pm

    My go-to beach essential is sunscreen and a towel.

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  235. Linda lagro

    August 25, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    Sunglasses and lotion for sure

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  236. Tina L.

    August 25, 2017 at 9:36 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, sunglasses, book, towel and drinks

    Reply
  237. Robyn Bellefleur

    August 26, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    My swim suit and my sun umbrella.

    Reply
  238. Linda Svarovsky

    August 28, 2017 at 9:53 am

    Sunscreen and water.

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  239. Gale Fowler

    August 28, 2017 at 5:28 pm

    Sunscreen

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  240. June Murphy

    August 28, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    My beach essentials are sunscreen, flip flops and sunglasses

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  241. Ray Koo

    August 28, 2017 at 10:32 pm

    Sunscreen lotion, towels, sandwiches (because we get hungry!), sunglasses, parasol and lots of water!

    Reply
  242. Allison Matz

    August 29, 2017 at 9:26 am

    My sunglasses and my Kobo

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  243. Betty S

    August 30, 2017 at 9:20 am

    my beach go item is sunscreen, I also make sure I have an umbrella to block the sun and a great book

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  244. Aarti M

    August 30, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    My go-to beach essential is sunscreen.

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  245. Sara Kelly

    August 30, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    The Sport Brella ????????????

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  246. Joey B

    August 31, 2017 at 12:07 am

    Music player and headphones are a must.

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  247. Lisa Neutel

    August 31, 2017 at 8:18 am

    music , sun glasses and a comfy lounger — I love relaxing at the beach its my happy place

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  248. Jasmine B

    August 31, 2017 at 9:16 am

    My beach go to are a pair of sunglasses, an oversized towel, and sand toys for the kids to busy themselves!

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  249. Karla R.

    August 31, 2017 at 9:58 am

    My go to essential for the beach would be my sunglasses to protect my eyes.

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  250. Tara Gauthier

    August 31, 2017 at 10:00 am

    My go to beach essentials are sunscreen and lots of water! I love the heat but get dehydrated way too quickly!

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  251. josephine evans

    August 31, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    Mt go-to beach essential is my sun screen and ball cap

    Reply
  252. Bobbijo pentney

    August 31, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    Sunscreen is a must on the beach.

    Reply

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