Although many couples go to movies and dine at restaurants on date nights, there are several benefits to spending time with your significant other outdoors. Looking at the scenery and breathing in the fresh air can help you relax. Hiking a trail, going for a run, or taking a swim together is a wonderful way to create lasting memories and remain healthy. If you’re planning an outing to the beach, here are a few items to load on the trailer attachment to your truck, put in the camper, or stow in the trunk to use during the adventure.

3 Items to Make Beach Dates More Enjoyable

1. Swim Gear

If the weather is warm enough, you might decide to splash around in the water. In this case, make sure to wear a bathing suit under your clothing. To see the aquatic life below the water’s surface, it’s also a wise idea to put a bag in the trailer, camper, or trunk with snorkeling goggles and fins. As natural shade covering might be limited, remember to pack sunscreen or a pop-up tent to sit under to prevent burns.

2. Picnic Basket

Snorkeling, building sandcastles, and enjoying other beach activities can work up an appetite. Fill a picnic basket with non-perishable foods, like trail mix, dried fruit, chips, and pretzels. You could also load a cooler onto the trailer or camper with meat, cheese, fruit, wine, sodas, and any other fare you want to keep cool. If there’s a lack of shade outside, eat in the car, but be sure to use quality floor liners to prevent stains from beverage spills.

3. Seat Covers & Towels

To prevent damage to your vehicle’s upholstery, pack towels to dry off after spending time in the water. Putting damp towels on seats could cause stains, so bring plastic bags to put them in. You can also install seat covers to protect the upholstery and absorb moisture, so you’re more comfortable during the drive home.

If you want to install seat covers and truck floor mats to protect the interior of your vehicle from dirt and moisture after spending time outdoors, contact the staff at Hawaii Campers. Based in Hilo, HI, this local auto parts and truck accessory company serves customers across the Big Island and even offers free statewide shipping. Their extensive catalog includes quality products, like grill inserts, trailers and hitches, car racks, and took boxes. Call (808) 935-8349 to place an order, or view a full list of products online.