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>ot “non-nano” so it’s still not ideal.

I had not heard of the "non-nano" requirement...had to go to amazon and double check what I bought for our trip week after next. It does say it is non-nano, so I think I should be good.

I also have a good rash guard from Lands End.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0995CN5JL?psc=1&ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details

For anyone wondering, I highly recommend ThinkSport SPF 50+. We switched to it long ago, and it was the best of the mineral-based ones we tried.

Just got back last night from a two week trip. I bought a couple of the plastic “waterproof” pouches that you’ll see all over the island and while they didn’t let much water in, it was enough to fog everything up.

So I went ahead and bought this from Amazon: Professional [15m/50ft]... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0875YBK5M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

It was definitely more expensive than what I wanted to pay, but the mechanism was super slick to take pictures and the inside stayed dry as a bone. I recommend it for sure!

For Maui, I would recommend fins. My husband didn't bring his, and I did. At Black Rock for example, I was able to go out further and see some really cool stuff that he couldn't. Amazon sells some compact travel sized fins that I'd recommend.

I put my wallet and key fob into one of these, and then that goes into one of these, which I wear like a fanny pack on the back of my waist. Its quite flat though and hides nicely under my rash guard. Works for snorekling or surfing.

If I'm going to be in the water, I never take my good camera or other things that I couldn't afford to replace if stolen while left unattended. Rather I just bring the basics (chair, umbrella, snacks, water, towel and gear for the planned activity) and with my wallet and key fob on my person, I don't have to worry about what I leave on the beach while snorkeling for 30min to an hour.

We got a bag for the water and put phones and keys.

we are getting this Sim card when we go there in April

My wife burns incredibly easy, so I can vouch for Thinksport sunscreen. We tried a number of brands years ago on a trip to Maui, and won’t use anything else. It does a terrific job at protection, and is easier to apply and remove than the other two brands we tried. You can find it on Amazon, at Target, etc., too.

Thinksport SPF 50+ Mineral Sunscreen – Safe, Natural Sunblock for Sports & Active Use - Water Resistant Sun Cream –UVA/UVB Sun Protection – Vegan, Reef Friendly Sun Lotion, 6oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K3JQO9Y/

Last visit I took one pair of sneakers and one pair of flipflops and that was it. It was great! Of course, my wife took 8 or so pairs, so take my packing tips with a grain of salt. While its definitely important to have the right footwear, keep in mind you can always pick stuff up there.

Can I ask what beach you are staying by? Some are rockier and it sounds like you're not super comfortable in the water. With that in mind, something like this might be right for you: https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Barefoot-Diving-Sports-Walking/dp/B07BTH9Q7D/ref=sr_1_14?crid=1LAN2BX9UZMOU&keywords=aqua+socks&qid=1646076819&sprefix=aqua+socks%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-14

We took an infant and had a really great time. We’ve stayed at the Hyatt Regency a few times and really love it. They have a couple of great pools that are very small child friendly. Wherever you stay, make sure there’s a good pool you want to spend time in.

Be sure to take a float like this: SwimWays Baby Spring Float with Adjustable Canopy and UPF Sun Protection, Blue Lobster https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N52SYAZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_GEFCJWX3WGY7GKM1F13S

This will really depend on your body mass and what temps you comfortably tolerate, so I don't think anyone can really answer that for you.

That said, according to windy.com, Belize water temp is currently 81, while Maui is currently 75-76, so there is about a 5-6 degree difference.

Myself, if I'm going to be in the water a lot, I like to have at least a rashguard on when the water hits the 75-76 degree range, and if there isn't a strong sun (cloudy or early morning) or there is a strong cool wind, I'll break out my 3mm wetsuit top. I might get a tad warm in it, but I prefer that to being a tad to decently cold, as I just don't tolerate the cold anymore, lol.

For reference, I'm a thicker dude that's about 40lbs overweight, so I have a fair amount of natural insulation all ready.

By law all beaches in Hawaii are public, and have to have public access. Generally the beaches on the western side of the island are calmer because they are shielded by other islands, but any beach can be dangerous at the wrong times, see the stickied post in this sub-reddit. A good general guide that you can keep with you is a franko's dive and snorkel map, a link is provided below:

https://www.amazon.com/Hawaii-Snorkeling-Guide-Franko-Waterproof/dp/1601909756