A day at the beach is one of summer’s simplest pleasures—once you get there. First comes the inevitable schlep of towels, books, sunscreen, snacks and enough gear to outfit a small expedition. A ...

The ideal beach day is all about planning ahead. You'll likely need to pack towels, blankets, bug spray, lunch, and sun-care products, and when you put it all together, things can really start to pile ...

It made me a beach person again.