Must Haves: Things to Keep You Cool
August has arrived, and that means the hot weather is here to stay a while longer. We’ve shopped around some of the best stores on the island and found some great items and ways to beat the heat. Here is our list of must-haves that will keep you cool all through the month of August.
BEACH TOY
Have some fun in the ocean this summer with this Surfer Dude toy. Just toss it into the waves and it surfs right back to you every time.
Dalrymple’s Card & Gift Shoppe
20 JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City, dalrymplecardandgift.com
BEACH SHADE
Keep cool on the beach with the Shibumi Shade. It works with the wind, not against it, and provides shade for the whole family! It’s easy to set up, is extremely durable, and comes in a lightweight carrying case.
Sands Department Store
6208 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, sandsdepartmentstore.com
COLD DOG TREATS
Your furry family member is probably feeling super-hot these days. Treat him or her to some Frosty Paws ice cream or have them try Marita’s Buddy Bowl, which is vanilla soft serve and milk bones.
Marita’s
5912 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, maritasicecream.com
TUMBLERS
Show your town spirit with these 20-ounce stainless steel tumblers showcasing custom watercolor artwork and Sea Isle City town coordinates. The tumblers are double-insulated, keeping your drinks hot or cold. They are dishwasher safe, feature a BPA-free lid with a silicone bottom to prevent slippage, and each comes with a stainless-steel straw.
Coastal Palms Boutique
4110 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, coastalpalmsboutique.com
BEACH WEAR
Go to the beach in style in this Vix Paula Hermanny bikini and cover up. This bikini has a fold over bottom with an adjustable halter neck top with 14k gold plated sliders. The cover up is made of lightweight stretchy mesh fabric with a knot side tie and is wrinkle free.
Here Comes the Sun
2101 Ocean Drive, Avalon, herecomesthesunavalon.com
CUSTOM POOL
The best way to beat the August heat is to go swimming in a pool. Why not do it in your backyard? Choose your own perfect design and be able to cool off every day from the comfort of your home.
USA Pools
3101 Dune Drive, Avalon, usapoolsnj.com
SUN HAT
When you want to stay cool on those long beach days, a large sun hat is a must! It’s always a good idea to protect your face and eyes from the hot summer sun.
Beachy Keen
4601 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, beachykeensic.com
HANDCRAFTED TOTE
Besides being stunning, these Un Pueblo bags are handcrafted, made from recycled plastic, and are collapsible for easy storage and travel. There are three sizes available. Perfect for the beach, pool or everyday use.
Groovy Girlz
3814 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, groovygirlz.com
AQUA PARK
Island Water Sports is fun for the whole family with a large water playground that is perfect for those hot summer days. Climb up the rope wall, jump on the trampolines and flip off the top tower! You can also try one of the kayaks or paddleboards.
Island Water Sports
9701 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor, islandwatersportsnj.com
ICE BUCKET
This Mary Jurek Design Helyx double-walled ice bucket is crafted from hand-hammered stainless steel and comes with an easy-to-grab lid featuring a Helyx knot. Use it as an ice bucket or wine chiller.
Armadillo, Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
BIKINI
If you are spending August at the beach, you will definitely want to have a cute and colorful bikini, and this one from O’Neill is perfect. The color blocks and tropical pattern will for sure make your summer tan pop.
She Be Surfin’
225 96th Street, Stone Harbor | 2516 Dune Drive, Avalon, shebesurfin.com
COOL DOWN COLLECTION
After spending the whole day at the beach, you will want your skin to cool off, and Sun Bum’s collection is perfect for that. Whether you use the aloe lotion, after sun spray, or aloe gel, your skin will be feeling refreshed and will be glowing.
Wave One
221 96th Street, Stone Harbor, waveonestoneharbor.com
COCKTAIL SUPPLIES
Gleeson’s Liquors has everything you need for a cold margarita. Whether you like your margarita on the rocks or frozen, Jose Cuervo Margarita Mix and Twang-A-Rita salt will help you create the perfect margarita with ease.
Gleeson’s Liquors
565 Sea Isle Boulevard, Ocean View, gleesonliquors.com
CABANA TOP
Protect yourself from the sun while also looking cute in this Sunshine Shores Wicking Top from Cabana Life. The top blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays and is UPF 50+.
The Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon, thepreppypalm.com
BOAT DAY
Carefree Boat Club’s mission is to provide members with the best experiences and lifelong memories that boating at the Jersey Shore has to offer, with none of the worries or hassles of owning a boat. Keep cool this August with a membership to enjoy the entire fleet of boats and personal watercrafts.
Carefree Boat Club of South Jersey
900 Ocean Drive, Avalon, avalonboatclub.com
DÉCOR
Add some fun to your beach home with this whimsical parachute swimmer from Batela. Perfect for hanging on your porch to give it that nautical vibe.
Coastal Designer Outlet
556 Sea Isle Boulevard, Ocean View, coastaldesigner.com
