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- Arm bands
Help small children stay afloat. They do not replace supervision.
- Beach bag
A roomy bag for towels, sun cream and water. Sand falls out of mesh bags easily.
- Beach Games
Ball, bats or boules for fun on the beach.
- Beach lounger
A portable lounger for beaches without sunbeds for hire.
- Beach tent
A small beach shelter for shade and protection from wind, ideal with children.
- Beach towel
A large, quick-drying towel for sand and sun lounger, separate from your shower towel.
- Beach Umbrella
Shade on the beach. Many beaches rent umbrellas, so check before you carry one.
- Blister plasters
Special plasters that cushion blisters and help them heal.
- Body board
A short board for riding small waves lying down. Fun for beginners and children.
- Bucket and spade
For building sandcastles: easy to buy at almost any beach.
- Cool box
Keeps drinks and food cool at the beach or campsite.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Flippers
Help you swim faster and with less effort when snorkelling or diving. Try them on before you buy.
- Folding chairs
Light folding chairs for the beach, campsite or riverside.
- Frisbee
A light disc for games on the beach or in the park.
- Goggles
Protect your eyes from salt and chlorine and let you see clearly under water.
- Ice packs
Freeze them the night before to keep your cool box cold for longer.
- Inflatable boat
For short trips on calm water near the shore. Check local rules and wear a life jacket.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Kite
A kite to fly on windy beaches. Keep away from people and power lines.
- Lightweight Scarf
A light scarf protects against sun, dust and sand and covers your shoulders when needed.
- Lilo
An inflatable mattress for floating on the water. Stay close to the shore, wind can drift you out.
- Picnic or beach blanket
A blanket with a waterproof underside for picnics on grass or sand.
- Picnic set
Plates, cups and cutlery for meals outdoors. Reusable sets avoid waste.
- Pilgrim passport (credencial)
On the Way of St James you collect stamps in it. Pilgrim hostels often ask for it, and you need it for the Compostela certificate. Get it before you go or at the start.
- Pool shoes
Protect your feet from hot sand, sharp stones and sea urchins, and are good for shared showers.
- Sarong
A light cloth for the beach: towel, cover-up, skirt or sun shade in one.
- Sleeping bag liner
Many mountain huts require one for hygiene. Light and small to pack.
- Snorkelling Kit
Mask, snorkel and fins as a set. Your own fit better than rented ones.
- Swim nappies
Normal nappies soak up water; most pools require swim nappies for babies.