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Beach parasols

When shopping for beach parasols it is important to know the difference between a parasol and a canopy. Traditionally, a parasol is a petite, often decorative umbrella carried by women to shield them from the sun. A canopy on the other hand is a larger, more fixed structure like an awning.

When referring to beach parasols, you should be thinking of a more portable beach umbrella. You can carry these with you in your car. While they are a little bit bulky, it does not take too much effort to bring them from the car to the beach.

Setting up beach parasols is relatively simple. Simply bury the base of the parasol with sand to prevent it from falling over. Then, pop up the umbrella portion to shield you from the sun.

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