No trip to the beach is complete without a handful of beach bag essentials. Fill a tote bag with sandwiches and chips, or bring a cooler full of cold sodas to enjoy while you relax and unwind. Whatever you decide, a beach bag is perfect for transporting all your gear.

For an intimate experience, try this beach tent from Gorich. The tent is spacious enough to fit up to three people, yet lightweight for easy transportation. It also includes four mesh windows to keep you cool underneath the hot Caribbean sun.

And don’t forget to bring a beach towel! This extra large “Beach Blanket” from Popchose is both waterproof AND sandproof. Plus, it can fit up to seven adults — great for families and other traveling groups.

Other must-have beach bag essentials include:

Lip Balm
A Waterproof Phone Case
A Bathing Suit
A Light Jacket or Sweater
Bug Spray
Reading Material (i.e. books, magazines)
A Portable Charger
A Cooler
Folding Beach Chairs
Sunglasses

Pro Tip: Black people are affected by sun damage too, so remember to pack ample sunscreen for the trip.

Our pick: This “Black Girl Sunscreen” with Spf 30 by Black-owned company Black Girl Sunscreen.

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