When it comes to scorching-hot beach days, there’s nothing worse than expecting a soothing, chilly drink (be it a soda, a beer or even just water) only to be greeted and surprised by lukewarm or even hot liquid at the lips. These travel coolers know how to keep your drinks cool and your bodies cooler.
Coolers aren’t hard to spot. They come in all different shapes and sizes, from boxy, hard-shell ones to pseudo tote bags. One of the important aspects is its ability to be transported. A visit to the beach could be as far as an hour away, and you don’t want to be cramped with your friends and family in a car, legs cramped between passengers and a cooler reminiscent of a cement block.
A cooler isn’t just appropriate at the beach, though. Head to the pool and stay ‘til sunset. There’s nothing like a cold brew in 75-degree weather under the glow of a sun going to sleep. You’re imagining it now, aren’t you?
What good is a cooler, though, if its capacity is that of a shopping bag from the grocery store? Then you’re forced to bring another cooler, and that only takes up more space and leaves you with more responsibility on a day where responsibilities are likely the least of your concerns. The right cooler will have optimal space while being easy-to-pack.