33. Is it really a beach day if you don’t take half the sand home with you? 37. Just smile and wave, buoys. 38. Finally, I got a place with an ocean view! (Ideal for pictures of sandcastles!) ...

A lot of sand types aren't good on a beach, too fine and prone to wash away in waves, or too course for beachgoers to stroll on. Finding appropriate material can be expensive.