5 must-haves for a perfect beach trip

With the temperature peaking at around35 degrees Celsius daily, the warm weather in the Philippines beckons a trip to the nearest beach.

While packing for the roadtrip, there are some items you need to put in your weekender bag to make the most out of your short respite from the heat.

Smartphone for selfies

The Vivo V9Velvet Red has a 6.3-inch FullView™ Display for a better smartphone screen experience. Photo from vivo.com.

Never leave for a trip without your smartphone! Well, that is unless you are trying to get off the grid. Your smartphone can be your ultimate travel buddythat will document your getaways, help you stay on track with its GPS feature, and more. If you are looking for a new smartphone, consider getting a Vivo V9.The latest flagship of the global smartphone brandis a knockout for taking selfies and photos. It has a 24-megapixel AI selfie camera and a 16MP+5MP dual rear camera for capturing your best beach moments.

Water bottle for hydration

Photo from KleanKanteen.com

Lounging under the sun may give you a great tan, but remember to keep hydrated with a bottle of water at hand’s reach. Make sure you ditch the single use of plastic bottles by bringing your own bottle. KleanKanteen has a wide array of stainless steel water bottles including insulated ones to keep your drinks cold throughout the day.

Beach blanket for convenience

Photo from Lagu.com

Lying on the beach with a book in hand is one of the best ways to kill time—until you stand up only to spend minutes trying to brush off sand from your skin or your mat!Lagubeach blankets can help you. Theseblankets repel sandto keep them on the beach. Plus, their unique linen blend is allergen-free with quick-dry properties. 
Swimwear for extreme activities

Photo from Speedo.com

Although there are now a lot of shops that offer fashionable swimwear, make sure you stick to those that are made for the rough waves—especially if you are planning to try different beach and water sports like volleyball or surfing. Speedois a trusted brand by many athletes because of its high-quality swimwear and accessories. With the proper sizing, every Speedo swimwearhas a snug fit to keep you focused on the game.

Sunblock for protection

Photo from BeautyMNL.com

Your time at the beach can leave a mark—literall. While you can avoid the sunburn by staying indoors, you might miss out on all the fun. Instead, you may opt to wear rash guards and other protective accessories like wide-brimmed hats. You should also make sure you applysunblockbefore going out to the beach.Lightweight and water-resistant, the VMV Hypoallergenics’ Armada Sport 70may be a sound choice. It shields your skin from UVA and UVB rays to prevent sun-related problems.