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They can handle sand, water, slippery rocks, and miles of hiking.

Teva Original Universal Sandals in Sand Dune

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My pre-trip mania proved to be warranted.

Teva Original Universal Sandals Review

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The sandals came in handy for the entire two months I spent on the Nicoya Peninsula.

(And unlike flip-flops, they dont fling mud or sand up your back after every step.)

you could also strap them onto the outside of a bag or backpack to hang dry after your adventures.

Teva Original Universal Sand Dune

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Though that colorway is no longer for sale, Teva has perhaps too many different styles to choose from.

They have 19 colorways onZapposalone and an astounding 65 choices onAmazon.

[These] are the only sandals I travel with and replace them whenever they wear out.

Teva Original Universal Sandals Review

Travel + Leisure / Lauren Mazzo

Lastly, they don’t take up much room in my bag which is always a plus!

I find it to be the comfiest one yet.

Great for travel and it’s possible for you to even wear with a sundress.

Teva Original Universal Sandal

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And TBH, Im trying to resist the urge to buy another pair.

If youre headed somewhere warm with waterfalls or coastal hikes, hear me out: You need these.

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