C-Xplorer WowWee Toys Who needs James Cameron? Use this remote- controlled submarine to recover undersea plastic “treasure.” It’s the ultimate pool toy. $39.95 at discovery.com.
Sun Lotion (SPF 30) Jurlique Australia’s not known for skin care (look at Paul Hogan’s leathery mug). But try this all-natural brand’s nongreasy sunscreen. $60 at jurlique.com.
Hawaiian trunks Old Navy A good man’s swimsuit can seem difficult to find, but we loved these subtle surfer shorts. Just $12 at oldnavy.com.
DVD-cam Hitachi This DVD-RAM/R camcorder lets you edit your riveting vacation footage (here’s the family by the pool; here’s the family by the beach). Now,that’s reality television. $999.95; see www.hitachi.com.
The Halterini BCBG OK, so we just made up the word “halterini.” Still, a halter-topped bikini provides coverage and support without sacrificing style. $59.95 at bluefly.com.
Perfect flip-flops When the blisters become too much to bear, slip into a great pair of flip-flops. Our favorites (from left): the rose-quartz-studded Rocky, $88 at farylrobin.com; the clever crisscross toe version, $12 at delias.com; Juicy’s neon platform pedicure sandals, $14, see juicy couture.com for stores; terry thongs with a rubber-ducky print, $38 at flipfloptrunkshow.com, and the least sensible shoe this season, the kitten-heeled rubber flip-flop from Sigerson Morrison, $85 at vivre.com and selling fast.
