10 Essential Travel Accessories for Summer Getaways

You should definitely pack up these.

Getting ready for traveling means also having to sort out which items to take with you – still, it’s easy to forget to pack up that one piece you were hoping to wear by the beach or that extra accessory you thought you would use that much until you realize you need it. And that might be even easier to happen when it’s “just a quick” weekend getaway. With that in mind, we at VMAN selected 10 must-have travel accessories for the season. Take a look below:

A travel bag, of course

Photo via Baboon to the Moon.

You will obviously need a bag to carry your travel essentials in – but, while it should be functional, it doesn’t have to be boring. The small version of the Go-Bag by Baboon to The Moon fits about three to five days worth of clothing and, if you’re flying to your destination, it can also be checked as carry-on luggage. It features detachable, adjustable shoulder straps, and four pockets for organization, in addition to having a weatherproof outer shell. The Incognito Black option features a colorful abstract pattern inside. Available at BaboonToTheMoon.com for $169. 

If you want more bag options, make sure to check out our summer bags roundup here!

A nice hat

Photo via Off-White.

Keep your head cool (in both ways) with a great summer hat – like Off-White’s Ow Bucket Hat in black. It features the label’s logo embroidered at the front along with bungee-style fastening at the brim. Available for $350 at Off—White.com

To check out more hat styles, head out to our hat roundup here

Comfortable slides

Photo via Adidas.

Summer vacation also means no tight, uncomfortable shoes in sight. Whether you’re going to the pool or chilling at the beach, you’ll definitely want a pair of those with you. The ‘70s-inspired Adilette is one of the most versatile styles, available for $45 at Adidas.com.

Sunglasses

Photo via Gentle Monster.

We never pass up the opportunity to wear the coolest sunglasses, so of course we had to include them here. Gentle Monster’s retro-inspired New Bond 032 comes with green 99.9% UV protection lenses that are perfect for the summer. Shop the pair at GentleMonster.com for $360.

Find more sunglass styles in our summer sunglasses roundup here

A good towel

Photo via Prada.

Always good to have a nice towel to sit on or get you dry after a dip in the pool. This vintage-inspired terry beach towel by Prada also comes with a detachable adjustable nylon tape shoulder strap and removable pouch, making it one of the best options for the season. Find it on Prada.com for $1,170.

Swimming trunks

Photo via Patagonia.

They’re comfortable, versatile, and can be very stylish. These multifunctional shorts by Patagonia were designed to be worn in and out of the water, and are made of recycled polyester ripstop fabric. Available at Patagonia.com for $49. 

Click here to check out our short shorts roundup!

Shaving kit

Photo via The Art of Shaving.

You probably don’t want to spend precious luggage space (and weight) with full-size shaving products. So it’s good to have smaller options take with you. This TSA-approved Sandalwood shaving kit by The Art of Shaving comes with all the essentials you need for a clean shave on the go. Shop it at TheArtOfShaving.com for $95. 

Water bottle

Photo via Hydroflask.

It’s important to always stay hydrated, especially in the warmer seasons. The 20 oz Hydroflask is just the right size for carrying it with you everywhere and promises to keep cold drinks ice cold for up to 24 hours. Shop it at Hydroflask.com for $32.95. 

Portable speaker

Photo via Amazon.

No summer party is complete without some music. Luckily, we don’t need to carry around huge boomboxes to make our friends hang out even more lively. This pocket-size waterproof Bluetooth speaker by JBL also features a redesigned clip handle to make it even easier to take with you everywhere. Available on Amazon.com for $69.95.

Portable charger

Photo via Amazon.

We all know how annoying it can be to have your phone die when you have no power outlet around. A portable charger is very helpful in those situations – just remember to keep it charged as well. This Anker charger promises to deliver 2.25 charges for the iPhone 12 and 1.6 charges for the Galaxy S20. Available at Amazon.com for $21.99. 

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