Keep several pair of sunglasses on hand - they are sunscreen for your eyes.

When you are packing your beachwear, don´t forget about sunscreen for your eyes! Protecting your eyes doesn´t mean you have to spend a fortune for sunglasses. Choose a pair that offers high UV protection and are polarized. Polarized sunglasses reduce glare that can cause you to squint, leading to premature wrinkles around your eyes. If you are afraid of losing or breaking your expensive shades - go ahead and leave them at home, but be sire to buy a couple of less expensive pairs for playtime.

Consider removing your swimsuit's lining to minimize chances of getting a sandy bottom.

One of the drawbacks of swimming in the ocean is the amount of sand you accumulate in the bottoms of your swimming costume. Such accumulated sand can be irritating, itchy and uncomfortable. Often, the sand becomes trapped between the fabric of your beachwear and its liner. To prevent this from happening, you can simply remove the liner. The liner exists for your modesty, so you might want to skip this particular tip if your swimsuit is white or pale-colored costumes.

Wear shoes to protect your feet from sharp objects, scalding sand and sunburn.

Many people overlook their feet when pulling together their beachwear and swim gear. But when it comes to walking on the beach, you never know what you're going to come across. Not only can shells and rocks have sharp edges, but it is an unfortunate fact that some people leave behind litter that can be dangerous for the unexpecting beachcomber. For walking along the beach, particularly the soft sand areas, it is a good idea to wear an old pair of shoes, such as a solid pair of shoes or sandals. Rubber thongs/flip flops are also alright, but note that they might not offer much protection against glass or a discarded syringe. Shoes are also preferable to flip flops because they will help prevent your flicking sand on yourself and others as you walk. If nothing else, wearing shoes on the beach will protect the bottom of your feet from scalding sand on hot summer days, and the top of your feet from burning sunlight.

Wear protective footwear in the water to avoid cuts, stings and other hazards.

Whether the ocean´s surface is rippling serenity or majestic waves, the ocean floor that lies beneath can be hard on your feet. While many beaches are safe and feature little more than sand and the odd shell beneath their waves, there is always a chance for you to encounter a sharp-edged broken shell, or to disturb a crab or other sea creature in his own environment. On beaches with obvious rocky shorelines, you´ll want to be conscientious about stones that might have sharp, jagged edges that can cause nasty cuts. It is a smart idea to wear some kind of swim footwear in the water at these beaches. Wearing an old pair of shoes, such as sneakers, will offer some protection. Booties, often worn by surfers, look attractive and give an extra layer which will shield your feet from minor scrapes and possible stings caused by poisonous sea creatures. Regardless of what sort of beachwear you choose for foot protection, you will still need to judge where you place your foot.