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The 9 Best Beach Towels, According to Our Tests

After testing 35 towels in our Lab, our favorite is the NovForth Oversized Beach Towel because it's extremely lightweight, absorbent, and quick to dry.

16 Small Backyard Ideas for a Dreamy Outdoor Oasis

Transform even a small backyard into a vacation-worthy hangout spot.

The 9 Best Hammocks for Lounging Outside

Our favorite is the Yellow Leaf Hammocks Signature Hammock.

Space of the Week: A Lackluster Patio Becomes an Outdoor Oasis in 5 Simple Steps

Complete with an outdoor fire pit that clicks on and off with a switch.

This $43 Hammock Chair Transformed My Front Porch Into an Island Oasis

And it only took a few minutes to set up.

The 6 Best Patio Dining Sets for Outdoor Entertaining

Our favorite is the Frontgate Cafe five-piece set with curved-back chairs.

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You Need This Clever Outdoor Patio Table With a Hidden Cooler Inside for Your Next Backyard Gathering

The Amazon best-seller is on sale for a limited time.

Amazon Has a Section Filled With Outdoor Entertaining Must-Haves for Dining Alfresco—Starting at $20

Shop serveware, drinkware, and weather-resistant decor.

You Can Score Tons of Patio Decor for Under $50 at Amazon—Shop Our 10 Favorite Picks

Target Quietly Put Thousands of Patio Furniture, Decor, and Grilling Essentials on Sale for Up to $110 Off

Easy Ways to Refresh Your Front Porch Decor for Spring

This Hidden Amazon Storefront Is Filled With Outdoor Decor and Furniture for a Cozy Backyard

The 6 Best Places to Shop for Outdoor Rugs

These durable rugs will turn your deck, patio, or porch into an outdoor living room.

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How to Turn a Potting Bench Into a Chic and Functional Outdoor BBQ and Bar Cart

How to Create a Cozy and Inviting Outdoor Space

Amazon Shoppers Love These Beach Canopies and Tents—and They Start at $40

How to Pack a Picnic Basket for the Perfect Outdoor Feast

Thousands of Amazon Shoppers Swear by This $21 Portable Fan for a Cool Breeze on the Go

14 Beach Games That'll Make Your Summer Vacation Even More Fun

The $12 Hack Shoppers Use to Prevent Flies From Taking Over Their Picnic Food

This Sleek Little Side Table Makes Outdoor Lounging, Grilling, and Entertaining Easier

I Tried This Hanging Lounge Chair With Nearly 3,000 Five-Star Ratings, and It's a Must-Have for Summer

This Neck Fan Will Keep You Cool While Grilling Outside on Hot Days—and It's 40% Off

TikTok Is Obsessed With This Beach Shade That Won't Blow Away—but Is the Shibumi Worth It?

This Extendable Outdoor Dining Table Is the Perfect Size for Backyard Gatherings, and It's on Sale

9 of the Best Outdoor Furniture Sets You Can Buy at Walmart for Under $300

This $13 Cooling Towel Is Exactly What You Need During a Summer Heat Wave

Amazon Shoppers Say This $13 Misting Fan Is the Key to Keeping Cool During a Heat Wave

6 Picnic Food Ideas and Recipes for a Perfect Outdoor Feast

6 Tips for Summer Backyard Entertaining on a Budget

This Section of Target Is Filled With Small Outdoor Patio Furniture

10 Outdoor String Lights That Will Instantly Dress Up Your Backyard

This Sleek Aluminum Patio Furniture Sold Out in 48 Hours—but Now It's Finally Back in Stock

Space of the Week: How to Make Your Patio Feel Like a Vacation Destination

Sneak Peek: The Design Plan for the Porch at the 2021 Real Simple Home

How to Transform a City Terrace Into a Tropical Oasis

The Top Trending Home Improvement Projects Ahead of Summer, According to Thumbtack

7 Glorious Stargazing Events You Don't Want to Miss This Summer

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