Did you know that July 16th is a national holiday in Japan celebrating ocean? Marine Day reminds us to express our gratitude and recognize the importance of the sea to Japan, an island nation. It’s a perfect opportunity to take the family out to the beach, aquarium, or water park. There might also be a local festival for you and your family to enjoy like the Marine Day Lantern Festival in Odaiba (July 15-16).

If you do plan to take your family to the beach this summer, here are just a few items to bring to keep things fun and safe!

• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Beach Towel
• Flip Flops
• Swim Goggles
• Floaty
• Snacks
• Water
• Hats

And last but not least don’t forget your CareFinder nanny for an extra peace of mind on a one day trip! Having a childminder with you will increase safety and relaxation for the family. Not only will there be an extra pair of eyes to watch out for your kids, but many of our sitters have also received first aid training. At CareFinder, we are committed to meeting all of your babysitting needs whether you are looking for just an evening babysitter, an international babysitter, a hotel babysitter, a weekend babysitter, an overnight babysitter, a great au pair or a summer babysitter. Sign up on CareFinder to begin your search!