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In summer, life is easy. At least, it should be. The summer of 2021 may become the most traveled summer in American history. Okay, there may be a lot of talk now, but according to TripAdvisor, the travel trend this summer is really hot.

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"More than two-thirds of Americans (67%) plan to travel this summer (June 1 to August 31), which is 17 more than the number of people who traveled this spring (March 1 to May 31). %. Millennials are most excited to return there, and the vast majority (72%) of the generation are planning a trip. Although many people still plan to drive to their destination (43%), 19% plan to fly , An increase of 4% over this spring," the study shows.

In addition: “Among those planning to travel, 74% of Americans will travel domestically, more than half (53%) of Americans plan to spend more on travel this year compared to last summer, and millennials will rise to 66%. Globally, Americans are the ones who spend the most during the summer, and they plan to spend 9% more money than ordinary travelers around the world."

So what does this mean? This means it's time to start your summer games and find the best swimsuits, sunglasses, sunscreen, and yes, find the best beach towels during the first summer pandemic(ish) pandemic.

Whether it’s fun beach towels, large beach towels, round microfiber towels, or standard beach towels that can double as bath towels, you can put them in a beach bag. Below, you will find 19 of our picks. Jia Beach prepares towels for your next 2021 beach day and every beach day thereafter.

Turkish towels have become the gold standard for drying themselves on the beach due to their superior softness. Turkish cotton is composed of super long fibers, which makes the towel stronger and smoother. This 37 x 67 inch striped towel comes from the aptly named Turkish towel, using absorbent Turkish cotton, which is actually made in Turkey. The classic navy and cream color combination means that it will become soft every time you go to the beach, and it will never go out of style. At this price, we think this luxurious linen is a bargain.

There is no reason why you can't bring bohemian flair to the beach. This 34 x 70-inch cotton beach towel is made in collaboration with artist and illustrator Isabelle Feliu. It uses super soft terry cloth and velvet blend fabric to create a unique stitch, which shows fashion and softness from the first soak in summer Until you escape in the warm weather of the next winter.

If you are looking for a more classic Turkish cotton towel, this 38 x 71 inch option from WETCAT is thinner than terry cloth, but it is absorbent due to its high-quality strands. The lightweight design makes it an ideal towel, perfect for carry-on people who want to carry what they need without fussing. If you are on a budget and need some space, this breathable Turkish towel doubles as a beach blanket.

The iconic cabin towel is iconic, and there is a reason. This kind of towel wraps Marlyn Monroe on Miami Beach in "Some Like It Hot" and keeps Matt Damon dry on the Amalfi Coast in Italy in "The Talented Mr. Ripley". Needless to say, this simple 30 x 60 inch stripe style is suitable for those who want to enhance the beach experience without having to give up a small amount of money. If you ask us, this style may be the perfect beach towel.

Although the iconic cabin style is irreplaceable, this updated version uses simple solid stripes with coordinated colors to keep the 70 x 35-inch absorbent cotton towel classic, while still making it stand out from the sea of ​​similar mono-saturated striped towels.

If you want a big beach towel, there may be nothing bigger than this bad boy. This updated cabin striped style is 82 x 57 inches wide and is made of super sand-resistant microfiber fabric, which allows the staff to dry quickly and has a simple and compact design that will not overwhelm anyone.

Escape together from the frequently copied cabin stripes and pursue something more unique, such as Capri. This 40 x 70-inch monochrome solid towel is made of highly absorbent 100% combed Turkish cotton. In addition to the wide white border stripes, the texture is dense and fluffy. It is perfect for you to hang out on the beach or by the pool.

If you are after excellent absorptivity, but you want to spend more money in a boardwalk bar, then you must consider both quantity and quality. The JML duo is made of microfiber fabric, available in solid colors or stripes (we obviously prefer the latter here). If we have to guess, this is by far the best deal on our list. Each towel measures 30 x 60 inches and has more than 10,000 positive reviews on Amazon. What is certain is that the money is well spent. 2 pieces of 30 x 60 inches

This 62 x 70 inch beach towel is designed for two people and showcases one of the many iconic Pendleton prints that the brand is known for in bright colors. Winter is most often found in soft felt blankets. You have no reason not to like the designs of the 150-year-old family weavers.

This bright towel comes from a brand known for its rich American heritage and is made of Turkish cotton. This 36 x 68 inch fade-resistant towel is an annual favorite for LL Bean lovers. Its ranking may not be as high as duck boots, but at least they can keep you dry.

It would be great if we can now (or always, really) be on Portugal’s historic Miramar Beach. Although this beach cannot replace one of Portugal’s most iconic Porto coasts, it is a towel that will impress everyone around you, and if you say that it’s where you get it, they won’t be smarter. . This luxurious beach towel has an extra-large size of 40 x 70 inches and is surprisingly lightweight. It has a plain weave design on one side to create a smooth texture, and the back uses a traditional 2-layer loop for excellent water absorption. more importantly? These beautiful towels are also available in junior sizes, so even small children can enjoy luxury without splashing water.

Nothing can represent the classic all-American summer better than red, white and blue. Although drying with the American flag may not be suitable for everyone, the trendy stripes in the colors of our country always look great. This 72 x 36 inch towel is made of 100% 2 layers of cotton and has excellent water absorption.

If you really want to show significant elasticity on the beach-we are not talking about muscles-then take a look at this (or any) beach towel by French design company Hermès. The famous Parisian designer Pierre Marie is known for his minimalist designs for the iconic fashion house and Parisian perfume Diptyque, using playful designs on the iconic Hermès Orange, if "Hermès-Paris" Not elegant, this towel will draw attention to the edge. This 100% cotton terry cloth towel is accurate to 35.4 x 59.1 inches, which is the most luxurious luxury.

This 40 x 70-inch Turkish cotton velvet beach towel is absolutely wonderful and a little bit lively, using the playful Leaping Leopard design of the iconic American textile brand Schumacher. Cornelius Vanderbilt, Saul Steinberg, Frank Lloyd Wright, Elsa Schiaparelli and Mick Jagger showcased the brand’s famous designs, while also immortalizing in film and media moments, including "Gone with the Wind", "I Love Lucy" and Jackie Kennedy in 1962 TV tour of the White House. The brand is deeply entrenched in the American dictionary. It even produces textiles for parachutes, life jackets and other items to support war efforts during World War II, and donated more than 600 yards of fabric to make masks during the 2020 pandemic. When this is the towel you use, this is your history of wrapping yourself up.

Made in Denizli, Turkey, this can be said to be the most classic style of Turkish towels. It measures 35 x 66 inches, is lightweight, fast-drying and very soft.

Of course, this 27 x 54 inch towel is great, but we recommend that you pick up the entire beach bag when you pick up the towel. Through the bundle, you can get Sunflow chairs, sun visors, drink holders and drying bags. Buy the bundle and get a towel for free!

This is another dual role. The Bohemian No Sand Tesalate Towel is for two people. This extra-large beach towel is a 63 x 63 inch two-piece towel, made of super absorbent high-performance AbsorbLite fabric, with a double-sided design, and the drying time is half that of ordinary towels. It also includes a hook and a bag that can be stored. This is a beach blanket that your old beach towel can never be.

If this microfiber feel is not for you, but you are still looking for super sand-proof towels in the market, please let us introduce Sand Cloud to you. This is an oversized towel with a 62 x 75 inch oversized pattern. It dries three times faster than a typical cotton towel. It is made of organic Turkish cotton, with single-woven jacquard and twisted tassels.

If you have time to use bright colors and tie-dye, it is summer, and this towel can provide. Thanks to the 60-inch round design, the spiral tie-dye design is perfectly displayed in the soft microfiber material. To add to the (not so subtle) hippie trend, the refrigerator is surrounded by towels, so when it is on the beach, it feels more like a beach blanket than a basic round towel.

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