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18 Stylish and Sturdy Bags You Can Take from the Airport to the Beach

  • <p>The vibrant colors of this eco-friendly tote made from agave leaves give the classic design a fun twist. </p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=390098.1&type=10&tmpid=8158&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fshop.nordstrom.com%252Fs%252Fmar-y-sol-caracas-tote%252F3514720&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:nordstrom.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">nordstrom.com</a>, $139</p>
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    Mar y Sol ‘Caracas’ tote

    The vibrant colors of this eco-friendly tote made from agave leaves give the classic design a fun twist.

    To buy: nordstrom.com, $139

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  • <p>We love the vintage tropical print on this canvas tote, and it comes with a removable luggage tag.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=390098.1&type=10&tmpid=8158&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fshop.nordstrom.com%252Fs%252Ftommy-bahama-palm-beach-tote%252F4461534&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:nordstrom.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">nordstrom.com</a>, $128</p>
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    Tommy Bahama ‘Palm Beach’ Tote in Cool Combo

    We love the vintage tropical print on this canvas tote, and it comes with a removable luggage tag.

    To buy: nordstrom.com, $128

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  • <p>This classic two-tone woven straw bag is big enough to fit a lot more than just your beach essentials.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=460311.1&type=10&tmpid=21552&RD_PARM1=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.shopspring.com%2Fproducts%2F52815299&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:shopspring.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">shopspring.com</a>, $195</p>
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    Vitamin A 'Tash' Beach Tote Bag

    This classic two-tone woven straw bag is big enough to fit a lot more than just your beach essentials.

    To buy: shopspring.com, $195

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  • <p>Any fashionista would appreciate the fringe and macrame detailing on this hand-crafted beach tote.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=483151.1&type=10&tmpid=5463&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.neimanmarcus.com%252FFlora-Bella-Fes-Macrame-Fringe-Beach-Tote-Bag-Ivory%252Fprod195480465%252Fp.prod&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:neimanmarcus.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">neimanmarcus.com</a>, $263</p>
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    Flora Bella ‘Fes’ Tote

    Any fashionista would appreciate the fringe and macrame detailing on this hand-crafted beach tote.

    To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $263

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  • <p>Leave it to the surf pros at Billabong to design the ultimate beach tote that includes cool rope handles and a beautiful mandala pattern.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0167VIKL6/ref=as_at" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $35</p>
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    Billabong Junior’s 'Dreamin' Bag

    Leave it to the surf pros at Billabong to design the ultimate beach tote that includes cool rope handles and a beautiful mandala pattern.

    To buy: amazon.com, $35

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  • <p>Add a bit of a boho vibe to your beach ensemble with this graphic-print, blue and white canvas bag.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LSN0UKM/ref=as_at/" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $48</p>
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    Roxy 'Single Water' Beach Bag

    Add a bit of a boho vibe to your beach ensemble with this graphic-print, blue and white canvas bag.

    To buy: amazon.com, $48

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  • <p>Amp up the chic factor on your holiday attire with this beautiful beach bag inspired by Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=365991.1&type=10&tmpid=2174&RD_PARM1=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.&RD_PARM2=saksfifthavenue.com%2Fmain%2FProductDetail.jsp%3F&RD_PARM3=PRODUCT%253C%253Eprd_id%3D845524447046006%2526site_refer%3DAFF001%2526mid%3D13816%2526siteID%3D93xLBvPhAeE-13_gLdT0YSWE_ApeuQqK2g%2526LSoid%3D365991%2526LSlinkid%3D10%2526LScreativeid%3D1&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:saksfifthavenue.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">saksfifthavenue.com</a>, $296</p>
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    Melissa Odabash ‘Positano’ Beach Tote

    Amp up the chic factor on your holiday attire with this beautiful beach bag inspired by Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast.

    To buy: saksfifthavenue.com, $296

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  • <p>The vibrant, orange and blue stitching and fun pom-poms on this bag prove the devil <em>is</em> indeed in the details.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DUEPOP8/ref=as_at" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $108</p>
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    Lucky Brand 'Indie' Bag

    The vibrant, orange and blue stitching and fun pom-poms on this bag prove the devil is indeed in the details.

    To buy: amazon.com, $108

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  • <p>Show off your true colors (literally) with this vibrant beach bag that features a roomy interior and a zip closure.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.lablancaswim.com/color-me-happy-canvas-sling-bag" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:lablancaswim.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">lablancaswim.com</a>, $89</p> <p><em>This article originally appeared on <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.travelandleisure.com/" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Travelandleisure.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Travelandleisure.com</a>. To see the rest of the bags, <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.travelandleisure.com/style/travel-bags/beach-travel-bags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:click here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">click here</a>.</em></p>
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    La Blanca ‘Color Me Happy’ Canvas Bag

    Show off your true colors (literally) with this vibrant beach bag that features a roomy interior and a zip closure.

    To buy: lablancaswim.com, $89

    This article originally appeared on Travelandleisure.com. To see the rest of the bags, click here.

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<p>The vibrant colors of this eco-friendly tote made from agave leaves give the classic design a fun twist. </p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=390098.1&type=10&tmpid=8158&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fshop.nordstrom.com%252Fs%252Fmar-y-sol-caracas-tote%252F3514720&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:nordstrom.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">nordstrom.com</a>, $139</p>
<p>We love the vintage tropical print on this canvas tote, and it comes with a removable luggage tag.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=390098.1&type=10&tmpid=8158&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fshop.nordstrom.com%252Fs%252Ftommy-bahama-palm-beach-tote%252F4461534&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:nordstrom.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">nordstrom.com</a>, $128</p>
<p>This classic two-tone woven straw bag is big enough to fit a lot more than just your beach essentials.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=460311.1&type=10&tmpid=21552&RD_PARM1=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.shopspring.com%2Fproducts%2F52815299&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:shopspring.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">shopspring.com</a>, $195</p>
<p>Any fashionista would appreciate the fringe and macrame detailing on this hand-crafted beach tote.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=483151.1&type=10&tmpid=5463&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.neimanmarcus.com%252FFlora-Bella-Fes-Macrame-Fringe-Beach-Tote-Bag-Ivory%252Fprod195480465%252Fp.prod&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:neimanmarcus.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">neimanmarcus.com</a>, $263</p>
<p>Leave it to the surf pros at Billabong to design the ultimate beach tote that includes cool rope handles and a beautiful mandala pattern.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0167VIKL6/ref=as_at" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $35</p>
<p>Add a bit of a boho vibe to your beach ensemble with this graphic-print, blue and white canvas bag.</p> <p><strong>To buy:</strong> <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LSN0UKM/ref=as_at/" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $48</p>
<p>Amp up the chic factor on your holiday attire with this beautiful beach bag inspired by Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=93xLBvPhAeE&subid=0&offerid=365991.1&type=10&tmpid=2174&RD_PARM1=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.&RD_PARM2=saksfifthavenue.com%2Fmain%2FProductDetail.jsp%3F&RD_PARM3=PRODUCT%253C%253Eprd_id%3D845524447046006%2526site_refer%3DAFF001%2526mid%3D13816%2526siteID%3D93xLBvPhAeE-13_gLdT0YSWE_ApeuQqK2g%2526LSoid%3D365991%2526LSlinkid%3D10%2526LScreativeid%3D1&u1=SYNinstyleRCsturdybags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:saksfifthavenue.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">saksfifthavenue.com</a>, $296</p>
<p>The vibrant, orange and blue stitching and fun pom-poms on this bag prove the devil <em>is</em> indeed in the details.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DUEPOP8/ref=as_at" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:amazon.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">amazon.com</a>, $108</p>
<p>Show off your true colors (literally) with this vibrant beach bag that features a roomy interior and a zip closure.</p> <p><strong>To buy: </strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.lablancaswim.com/color-me-happy-canvas-sling-bag" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:lablancaswim.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">lablancaswim.com</a>, $89</p> <p><em>This article originally appeared on <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.travelandleisure.com/" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Travelandleisure.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Travelandleisure.com</a>. To see the rest of the bags, <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://www.travelandleisure.com/style/travel-bags/beach-travel-bags" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:click here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">click here</a>.</em></p>
Travel + Leisure/Dobrina Zhekova

Gearing up for a tropical getaway? We don't blame you. With winter in full swing, taking a break from work--and from bundling up--sounds like a smart (and very pleasurable) thing to do.

Along with beach essentials such as your swimsuit, SPF lotion, and a nice pair of sunglasses, you will also need a bag to carry all of your belongings. And since we are firm believers in packing and traveling light, we suggest you opt for a stylish beach tote that's also sturdy enough to double as your carry-on.

What does this look like in reality? Depending on your personal style and destination of choice, you could go in a more classic direction and select a chic blue-and-white embroidered tote that you can take straight from the airport to the beach.

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Or you can channel your inner hippie by opting for a boho bag in vibrant colors with fun accents such as tassels and pom-poms to match your fun personality. And if you are heading on a road trip and plan to explore a variety of small towns and beaches, then pick up a sturdy, medium-sized backpack in an exotic floral print--it looks cool and will keep your belongings safe.

Here, we rounded up the chicest beach bags to take with you both on and off the sand.