Whether he’s paddling over the waves, cycling along the shoreline, or simply soaking up the sun with the family, give the dad in your life an unforgettable Father’s Day by the sea. This guide is filled with sea-inspired gifts, garments, gear, scents, and accents & accessories to make his beachside weekend one to remember.
How to Pack For The Ultimate Seaside Getaway For Father’s Day
Gear
Make bike riding along the coast a core memory for the whole family. Retrospec recently launched its sleek and stylish Beaumont bike, but the Retrospec Chatham Beach Cruiser Bike - Single Speed ($289.99) is ideal for a seaside ride along the coast.
For watersports lovers, the Weekender Inflatable Standup Board ($249.99) is easily packable and inflatable so your family can enjoy hours of new and experienced paddlers alike.
Funboy also sells an array of leisurely items that are more about relaxation than recreation.
For dads who need to wind down and enjoy the breeze, the Funboy Tanning Pool Lounger ($69) or the larger Leisure Island Floating Dock ($599) are thoughtful ways to remind the busy dad in your life to sit back and relax.
These tanning pools double as both a tanning bed and a floating lounge. If your family isn’t heading to the beach for Father’s Day weekend, just fill the lounger with water from the garden hose and let dad lounge in his own personal pool for a day of backyard fun.
Whether dad is hauling all the beach gear or biking by the beach, keep him cool and dry with Mission’s cooling towel. The Dual Action Cooling & Drying Towel from Mission ($24.99) is an easy addition to a gift bag. One side offers instant moisture wicking fabric, while the other side provides its proprietary cooling technology when activated with water. It comes in Mission Blue and Charcoal. Perfect for cool dads.
Apparel
When it comes to packing the right ‘fits, have a light set ready, one that transitions for all-day beach walks and sunset dinners, like this Camp Collar Summer Linen Blend Shirt from Abercrombie ($60) and don’t forget the matching shorts.
Of course the perfect trunks are must-packs, and matching dad and son swim trunks are perfect for the family photo albums. The Bluestone Multi Fishes ($88) by Pink Chicken is a charming swimwear print for the big and little men in the family. The brand is a fun one to shop for the family who likes to match by the sea—or during an afternoon of fishing lessons from dad or grandpa.
Fair Harbor x Rothy’s: These two brands are known for turning ocean-bound plastic into effortlessly cool coastal classics. Fair Harbor teamed up with the chic shoe brand for a sea-inspired capsule that blends style and sustainability.
The 3-piece collection includes the bestselling Bayberry Trunk ($72) with a blue ombré print, the Ravello Boat Shoe ($159) crafted from 100% recycled water bottles, and the ultra-light Flip Flop ($49), perfect for beach days and beyond.
This is a collaboration made in conservation heaven, creating a streamlined collection of gifts for the dad who loves the coast—and cares for the planet.
Seaside towns can get windy and chilly at night, so packing trusty, lightweight sweats is also a must. Check out Aviator Nation for its line of distressed yet high-quality style hoodies ($189) and sweats to keep dad warm for all the summer nights.
For the dad who enjoys his slow mornings, Lake has the softest pajamas. The Men's Cozy Robe in Mystic Blue ($158) offers an easy, comfortable layer he can slip on for a full day of unwinding before and after a day at the beach.
Accents & Accessories
Parents know Native Shoes are must-haves for children who can’t stay away from puddles and park sprinklers, but the shoes are actually the perfect choice for sneaker-head fathers who have to keep up with their little ones. The bestselling
Native Jeffersons ($55) are known for being stylish yet practical—easy on, easy off—for various family activities. No matter what, prepare and pack with the goal of creating shared memories, whether it’s a beach in Cape Cod, boating in the Pacific Northwest, or at a splash pad in the city.
For minimalist dads, Naot combines elevated comfort with versatile style. Every pair is crafted to support all-day wear, featuring cushioned cork-and-latex footbeds that mold to your feet. Its lightweight Santa Barbara EVA ($49.95) soles go the distance and are perfect for the beach. If dad loves a more luxe, leather sandal, bestsellers like the Andes ($189.95) are ideal for getting through the airport, long travel days, and arriving in style. Handcrafted with premium materials and designed for movement, these styles are a must-pack for your next beach getaway.
Sandals are fine for a quick sail, but for a long weekend on a yacht, grip socks are a great choice.
These socks help guests follow the no-shoes-on-board rule while providing safety and comfort as you move around the vessel, making the Sticky Be Socks Pacific ($17) the perfect pair for yacht-dads.
Make sure all his vanity items aren’t left behind with the best toiletries bag, like the ones from Dagne Dover. From Dopp kits ($90-$100) to duffel bags, the brand has curated the best travel accessories for Father’s Day travel.
First, don’t forget the toothbrushes. Quip is known for its newest Ultra Smart Sonic Toothbrushes ($100) but when it comes to travel families can simply pack the lighter Quip Sonic toothbrushes ($25) which fit perfectly in the Refresh Bag.
For shaving needs, the Jack Black Three Your Need Shave Set ($40) is another easy pack, complete with the face buff, shaving cream and cooling after shave. The mint, macadamia, lavender and sage ingredients will keep him fresh and moisturized.
Don’t just pack the essentials. Add some self-care. While the celebrant father is relaxing in his cozy robe, hand over a face mask from Ultraceuticals. Its Ultra B2 Hydration Mask (3 pack, $78) is a soothing hydrogel solution for post-flight or post-swim. Its panthenol, hyaluronate and peptides calm the skin, and is clinically shown to boost hydration after 30 minutes.
Sun-care is self-care. Keep Father’s Day by-the-sea a safe one with the right SPF. It can be daunting to lather the whole family in sunscreen, so be sure to add Babo Botanicals Mineral Sunscreen Stick for mess-free, on-the-go protection. Water-resistant and reef-safe, this mineral sunscreen stick offers protective, SPF50 application on face or body.
For the fathers who love to pack all the sports gears and poolside snacks, Bogg Bag gives him the strong, sturdy and waterproof tote. The classic blue lagoon is a memorable hue for a seaside escape. For the sports-lovers, check out their game-day ready options from Bogg’s NFL, MVP and Collegiate Collections ($60 - $100).
Scents
Speaking of delicious-smelling ingredients, complement the getaway with a memorable new ocean-inspired set where he can discover an array of sea and natural scents.
Fulton & Roark’s Discovery Set is a sample pack featuring scents like Ghost Trees ($205 for extract de parfum or solid bar for $65), which combines Juniper Berry and White Cypress to evoke notes of of Sea Water and Salt Air, as well as Kiawah ($205 for extract de parfum or solid bar for $65), which was inspired by the smells from the walk along the sun-warmed Virginia Cedar pathway leading to the sandy beach of Kiawah Island.
All the watersports will call for a reliable natural deodoarant. Curie ($14-30) has deodorants and body sprays in their mood boosting scents, including the unisex Ocean Air. You’ll see these personal care items at some of the top workout boutiques, like Equinox, SoulCycle, HOUSEWORK NYC and more. Curie’s deodorants are aluminum-free, paraben-free, vegan, and cruelty-free. They’re also eco-friendly and sustainable with fully recycled packaging made from post-consumer recycled materials.
If you want to gift a memorable and luxurious scent, Maison Margiela Replica Sailing Day will match the freshness of the sea spray when sailing. Coriander is paired with the salty woody freshness of Red Seaweed, resulting is soft mineral scents to remember, for a Father’s Day weekend he’ll never forget.
