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Summer break, festival season, major post-grad plans…whatever staycations or getaways you may have planned during your time off, it’s never too early (nor too late!) to shop for them. And if you decided to splurge on a plane ticket, hotel room, or luxury yurt this year, there’s a chance you might be feeling stuck.
Never fear: I’m here, and I have 17 vacation must-haves that won’t break the bank. Just because your budget is lower than it was a month ago doesn’t mean you can’t have an underwater camera, a portable badminton set, and anything else you need to make your break a true break.
After all, “summer break” means different things to different people. For some, it may represent traveling across the country to party for a week. For others, it might mean looking for ways to transform their backyards to keep kids occupied. However you choose to celebrate (or just try to push through it), it’s totally doable with the essentials and a budget.
Scroll on for 17 vacation must-haves under $50, and remember: Reapply sunscreen after swimming!
