If you're the type of person who likes to venture off the beaten path, then this post is for you! With the 5 reasons listed below, we hope to convince you that swimwear is an essential part of travel - even if you never go in the water. So grab your flip-flops and sunscreen because after reading this blog post, chances are high that you'll be packing a swimsuit on your next adventure too...
5 Reasons Why You Should Always Pack a Swimsuit
1. Quick dry materials are great for all sorts of adventures - even non swimming ones. A good bikini top can double as a sports bra and a cute one piece swimsuit makes a great tank top when paired with shorts. This combination is perfect for activities where you plan to break a sweat, like hiking, paddle boarding, road tripping - you name it!
2. Easy to wash. After a day of fun in the sun, a swimsuit is easy to hand wash in a hotel sink and will dry quickly so you can wear it again, which brings us to the next point...
3. Saves space. This is especially great for those times when you want to travel light. By being able to easily wash and re-wear the same pieces, you can pack less.
4. Optimal level of coverage. Most people think of the traditional one-piece swimsuit or bikini when they think of swimsuits. Turns out there are lots of options out there that offer even more coverage when desired. For example, swim shorts and rash guards! Swim shorts are super breathable and rash guards are great for sun protection, which brings us to number 5...
5. Protection from the sun/elements. In addition to providing coverage from the sun, rash guards also protect you from other elements that you might stumble across while out in nature - like jellyfish or poison ivy - yikes!