Essential Beach Party Supplies

When you are having a party of any kind the most important key to a successful party is to have happy guests. When having a beach party the products that you purchase will be the way to your guest's hearts. A beach party involves a little more planning to insure your guests comfort. To be the perfect host you must buy the right supplies!

With there being so much focus on sun safety the first thing I would recommend is to have a variety of sunscreens at your guests disposal. Purchase different brands in a spectrum of SPFs and display them is a basket where your guests can easily find. www.watmart.com offers over 74 varieties of sunscreens. I like Banana Boat Ultra Defense: Clear Ultramist Spf Uvb 85 Continuous Spray Sunscreen . It is easy to apply and provides great protection. My Husband likes Coppertone Sport: Spf 50 Sunscreen it is a non greasy lotion and waterproof.

Along the same line, a cabana will give you friends a place to escape from the sun when needed. You can find varieties of beach cabanas at www.target.com . I like The Tropical Cabana, it is practical and decorative. Target also offers a towel with "CABANA Boy Wanted" printed on it - very cute. If you are having perfect beach weather this will be most appreciated. Also beach umbrellas set up a strategic locations will do the same. I found an 8.5' outdoor umbrella at www.ltdcommodities.com .It is large and colorful and on sale for 24.95!

Under the umbrella you want to have chairs set up so your attendees can sit and relax and enjoy the view. You can find beach chairs at www.kmart.com . These are attractive and a good value. A few beach blankets for sun bathers is a good idea also.It is a good idea to have plenty of extra towels. You can find beach blankets at www.bedbathandbeyond.com for $19.95. These are in a variety of colors. You can also buy flip-flop stakes to hold the blanket down - very stylish!These can be placed in a wicker laundry basket which you can find at Michaels Craft Stores. You can find a location near you at www.michaels.com and placed near the sunscreen.

A small container of new hair ties and scrunchies will be appreciated by the swimmers in your group who forgot their own. A basket of dollar store sunglasses is a good idea for the forgetful guest. If you are having a large party you can buy sunglasses, hats and other beach party essentials by the case at www.dollartree.com .

You want to have plenty of water on ice so you friends stay hydrated! This is in addition to whatever else you will be serving. Plenty of food and drink along a party theme will be enjoyed. make sure to have enough coolers and ice to keep everything safe. I found 3 bin cooler at www.abcdistributers.com for $12.95. The cooler is soft sided and collapsible.ABC also has luau party decorations for your decorating needs. They are very tropical and reasonably priced. There is also a palm tree in a cooler , inflatable cooler at www.orientaltrading.com . Thia is sold for only $12.95 and is useful and decorative.

For activities a beach volleyball games is always a popular game. You can purchase the supplies and have this for many parties to come. www.dickssportinggoods.com has a Franklin volleyball Set for only $69.99. A limbo stick will also give you a great party activity. www.orientaltrading.com has great games and limbo supplies- very cheap.You can get a bamboo limbo set for $19.95. How low can you go. To add to the party atmosphere a CD player should be brought along. Don"t forget the extra batteries!

Also, don't forget the camera to save the memories for all!