Anna Popp is a New York-based commerce writer at Travel + Leisure covering all of the best travel products, from luggage to outdoor gear. She has been a travel writer and product tester for over ...

They’re great for beach walks, potentially wet hikes, tent camping trips, and even water aerobics. “Water shoes should drain and dry quickly, be very flexible to move with your foot ...

Hopefully, you have those priceless barefoot moments on the beach. But for most other instances — whether that’s whitewater adventures, exploring by the lake, or scrambling along a craggy coastline — ...