Decoy objects that double as safes are great places to hide your valuables while at the beach— they can be bought, or you could clean out an empty sunscreen bottle or lipstick tube to stash some cash away. Even when using stash safes, assume a thief would know it's a decoy and keep it in your bag, under a towel, or in the sand.

Use Secret Hiding Containers

Decoy objects that double as safes are great places to hide your valuables while at the beach. They can be purchased or you could clean out an empty sunscreen bottle or lipstick tube to stash some cash away. Even when using stash safes, assume a thief would know it's a decoy and keep it in your bag, under a towel, or in the sand.

Bring a Lockable Bag

Portable lockers and lockboxes with cables to attach to your beach umbrella or chair while you're away are a great way to keep your possessions safe while you’re swimming. Alternatively, if you are looking for something more lightweight AquaVault is made of fabric making it easier to pack.

Get a Portable Chair Locker

An easy way to hide your stuff is to put it in a bag and dig a small hole in the sand, or you could invest in something like the Beach Vault, which screws into the sand, giving you space to tuck away a few valuable items. It also comes with a beach towel and pillow to obscure its location in the sand.

Bury Valuables

The best way to keep your valuables safe is by only bringing what you need. You may prefer a tablet rather than a heavy book, but it's easy to damage electronics at the beach or have them stolen. Also, don’t bring all of your cash and cards with you, or your passport as getting it wet can make it unusable.

Limit What You Bring