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Although most of us dream of summer beach time all year round—the sand under your feet, shaking your new swimsuit, sunbathing on a trendy float—but sometimes carrying beach gear will make you spend a day in the sun. .

When it comes to beach days, most of us can’t go out without all our necessities: a beach umbrella, a portable speaker to play your favorite music, a cooler full of drinks, a comfortable beach chair, Sunscreen, of course, beach towels.

One way to merge this list is to invest in compact options. For example, beach towels are usually bulky and take up a lot of space in your beach bag. Instead, consider using Turkish towels-also known as Fouta, Hammam or Peshtemal towels.

Over the years, Turkish towels have become more and more popular because they are lightweight, extremely soft, dry quickly, absorb as much water as traditional towels, and take up less space.

“The Fouta towel is a lightweight and versatile towel, originally used as apron or as a towel in Turkish baths and spas,” said Karin Sun, textile expert and founder of Crane & Canopy. "They are traditionally made from flax or 100% Turkish cotton, because Turkey is known for producing some of the best quality cotton products in the world."

You can usually feel the difference immediately because there are two different types of cotton on both sides of the Turkish towel.

"Fouta towels have a different feel from traditional bath towels because they have tightly woven cotton on one side and plush cotton towels on the other," Sun explained. "Due to this unique composition, these towels maintain excellent water absorption and softness while being very light."

Another huge benefit is that, due to their light texture, they work well in many environments-and they are very travel-friendly.

"The soft Fouta towel is very suitable for beach towels, luxury baths, leisure products, etc.," Sun said. "If you live in humid and hot weather, they are the perfect towel because they are lightweight and dry quickly."

We have collected some of the best Turkish towels on the market for beaches and families.

This oversized towel is perfect for any occasion. It is woven by hand and then washed with small stones to soften it and give it a worn appearance. You can choose from six different colors, including coral, beige, black, blue, denim and off-white.

The use of these Peshtemal towels provided by Turkish Towel Company is not lacking. If you want to know where to start, there is even a useful chart with five different ways! These towels come in five different colors.

You can use this Teema towel as anything from bath towels to picnic blankets to living room decorations. This double-sided printing pattern has four additional colors, including Tiffany blue-green, pink, maroon and stone, allowing you to enjoy the fun.

From the kitchen to the bathroom, these West Elm towels blend in with the decoration of any part of the house. They are made of 100% organic Turkish cotton and have a creamy gray color.

This Turkish towel is a select product of Amazon, with more than 700 verified five-star reviews and an impressive 4.7-star rating. It is also pre-washed, which means that the towel is very soft and will not shrink the first time you wash it. It is available in 31 different colors and currently sells for less than $25.

Today’s writer, Katie Jackson, doesn’t think highly of Cacala Cotton Pestemal Turkish bath towels. Since she usually spends more than half a year on business trips, she particularly likes the travel-friendly design of Turkish towels.

"I travel about eight months a year and always catch a cold on the plane. Sometimes there is only a thin layer between you and the air conditioner and it makes a big difference. However, I cannot justify packing a blanket. Yes. However, I can prove that it is reasonable to pack a blanket. The'blanket' is much lighter than a pile blanket, and can also be used as a beach towel, if necessary, even as a wrapper," Jackson's previous article in Shop TODAY Wrote in the article.

With more than 2,000 verified five-star ratings on Amazon, it seems that Jackson is not the only one who likes these towels.

If you want to try Turkish towels but don't like the traditional tassel edging, you can consider this modern choice from Serena & Lily. It is made of absorbent terry cotton, the design includes a combination of wide and narrow stripes, it looks great on the beach and other places.

Parachute Fouta striped towels are an excellent blending choice, light weight, highly absorbent and quick-drying. Simple line patterns bring a clean and simple atmosphere, and they can be used as bath towels, hand towels and towels.

If you are hesitant to throw away plush bath towels but are interested in the benefits of Turkish towels, please consider Crane & Canopy Turkish cotton towels. They are made from the highest quality Turkish long-staple cotton, weighing up to 700 grams, and are finely combed for a smooth and soft touch. The best part? They can be personalized with monograms for an extra special touch.

Coyuchi's Mediterranean organic towel is another Turkish choice worth splurging on, but according to reviews, it is worth every penny! The towels are made of 100% organic cotton grown and woven in the Aegean region of Turkey, and are available in a variety of colors. If you are not only interested in body towels, the brand also offers beach towels and sets, including bath towels, guest towels and towels.

This best-selling towel on Etsy is made from 100% high-quality Turkish cotton and costs less than $25! Extra rewards? The Etsy store was created to support organizations that protect and restore the world’s oceans, such as Oceana and Whale & Dolphin Conservation.

For budget-friendly options that can be customized, consider these Turkish beach towels from Etsy. The cute design can be personalized with a name or initials, with six different colors and five different styles.

If you don't want to spend a lot of money, Brielle Home Turkish beach towel is another good choice. This lightweight absorbent towel makes it the perfect companion for all your summer trips.

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This article was originally published on July 8, 2020.