Nothing beats a family beach or pool day for some summertime fun and relaxation. From splashing around in the water to playing games on the sandy shore, there’s something for everyone when you gather with your loved ones at the beach or by the pool. While all that fresh air and sunshine is so refreshing, sometimes it takes a little extra effort to make sure these vacations are even more memorable. That’s why we’ve put together this guide with five ideas to help ensure that your next family beach or pool day goes off without a hitch.
Create a beach scavenger hunt for the kids to find items such as shells, starfish, and seagull feathers
A beach scavenger hunt is an exciting and fun activity for kids to enjoy on the beach. You can help them find funny beach towels, shells, crabs, starfish, and seagull feathers. Create a list of objects they may be able to find within the sand or near the sea. Give them funny riddles to solve or funny things to do on the sand, such as collecting six different colors of stones or 5 types of seashells. Make sure everyone is safe and have them bring a bag along so they easily carry their treasures back home. Remember that walking barefoot on hot sand can be painful – bring slippers.
Pack plenty of sun protection, including hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and rash guards
Taking preventive measures to protect yourself from the sun during summertime is paramount for healthier skin and overall safety. Whenever you head outdoors, have a wide-brimmed hat to keep your face and neck shaded, sunglasses to protect your eyes from the harsh sun rays, and sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 that will help protect against UVA and UVB radiation. Those exposed to the sun may consider purchasing rash guards with built-in UPF protection. With these items, you can ensure you’re ready to enjoy any outdoor activity in comfort and safety this summer.
Bring some fun pool toys like squirt guns, beach balls, and inflatable rafts
Pool season is here, and it’s time to think about bringing some fun pool toys to your swimming experience. Squirt guns provide exciting, water-filled entertainment, while beach balls offer an easy way to keep the playful vibes. For those looking for a more luxurious experience, inflatable rafts are a great accessory around the pool. Not only do they look aesthetically beautiful, but they also offer plenty of comforts when soaking up the sun. So grab some toys today and get ready for the ultimate summertime relaxation.
Set up a sandcastle-building competition with items like buckets and shovels
Setting up a sandcastle-building competition is a great way to have some outdoor fun. Start by gathering items like buckets and shovels for all the participants. Set a timer for 30 minutes and allow everyone to create their own impressive creation however they prefer – whether it’s with traditional turrets, moats, tunnels, or something unique.
After time has expired, let everyone vote on which castle deserves bragging rights. Vary the difficulty of the sandcastle building competition each time to keep it interesting – alter the size of buckets or make teams only allowed to use hands instead of tools – and remember to take pictures of all the fun.
Make a cool playlist of summertime tunes to set the mood while you’re hanging out in the sun
When summertime rolls around, the perfect thing is to find a fun beach towel and hang out in the sun. As you do, nothing sets the mood better than a cool playlist of summertime tunes. We recommend starting with some classic funk songs like ‘Play That Funky Music’ or anything by The Pointer Sisters. Then you can mix it up with some reggae, indie-pop, and salsa music, depending on whether you want something mellow or upbeat. Ensure your speakers are charged up and ready to go, and you’ll have a fabulous time.
Visiting the beach can be a wonderful experience for adults and children. With so many possibilities of things to do, it’s sure to keep everyone entertained. Making a beach scavenger hunt, having plenty of sun protection, bringing pool toys, setting up sandcastle-building competitions, and creating that special playlist will make the day even more enjoyable and create lasting memories. Embrace the salty ocean air and take full advantage of the beauty of summertime beach days.
