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Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Traveling Coastal and a Beach filled Vacation

Beach trips are the highlight of any summer no matter how old you are. Taking the day or week off from work or school and escaping to the coast or a lake for the day is one of the most popular ways to decompress from a stressful life. But what’s better than a day at the beach? How about 2 days at the beach?! Planning an overnight beach trip adds a whole new element to the average beach day trip. Now along with enjoying the surf, sand, and company of loved ones; you also get to spend a night under the stars.

However, an overnight beach trip requires a bit more planning than then a simple day trip. Sure you’ll need the basic staples of any trip to the beach, but you’ll also need to plan your evening accordingly. You want to make sure you have everything you need to help insure your trip goes off without a hitch. The point of a beach trip is to relax, not to stress out over forgotten items and lackluster sleeping arrangements.

For starters, you are going to need the basics. What day at the beach would be complete without a few beach toys? Frisbees, tennis balls, footballs, and any other aquatic play thing you can think of will add fun and excitement to any beach trip. You can only lie in the sun for so long before you’re going to need a little exercise. If you’re bringing small children with you don’t forget the pale and shovel. You’re going to want to keep the little ones busy while you soak up the sun.

You’re going to need to stay well nourished and healthy during your trip as well. Be sure to pack plenty of snacks and water for your trip. You’re not going to want to be stranded in the hot sun without any food or water. Staying hydrated is especially important when you are spending extended amounts of time in the hot sun. By the same token you should also protect yourself from the sun’s rays with some sun block. What good is a day at the beach if you spend the next day so sun burned that you can barely move? Have a friend or loved one apply sunscreen evenly to your back and shoulders to keep you protected where you need it most.

In terms of sleeping arrangements, be sure to plan ahead of time. If you plan on spending the night, you don’t want to be scrambling to find a place to sleep come sundown. If you are allowed to camp out on the beach then you’re going to want an air mattress. Sleeping on sand can wreak havoc on your back without the proper support. Pillows and blankets are also essential. Temperatures tend to drop once the sun goes down and you don’t want to be left with only a damp beach towel to keep you warm at night.

Night time fire pit gatherings can add a whole new aspect to your beach trip. Sitting around a bon fire, toasting marshmallows, and sharing stories is a great way to make the most of your summer nights. Just make sure fires are allowed on the beach before you start one. Many public beaches frown upon bon fires for safety reasons, but there are still several that allow for such activities. Some beaches may even provide you with a fire pit to help keep your flames safely contained.

Above all else make sure you pack a positive attitude and are ready to have a good time. Beach trips are one of the best parts of the summer and making the most of your trip is essential. You should strongly consider bringing a camera to help capture the good times you are sure to have during your trip. There’s nothing worse than having the time of your life and not having any photos to look back fondly upon.

Written at 10:43 AM by Sebastien.

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