Aldi's $69.99 dupe of popular beach cabana set to fly off shelves: ‘Absolutely love’

ALDI has dropped the details of what promises to be this summer's hottest dupe – a $69.99 alternative to one of the season's must-have beach items, the $189.00 Coolcabanas beach shelter. As part of the retailer's Beachy Basics Special Buys range, set to hit stores on Saturday, December 23, bargain hunters will be delighted to discover a dupe for the viral beach cabana that has caused a frenzy on Aussie beaches.

The surge in popularity of the shelters in 2021 even led to some criticism, as concerns were raised about cabanas and tents like it taking up excessive space on the sandy shores.

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Nonetheless, ALDI's version of the popular tent serves as a beach shelter that seamlessly combines style, shade and sun safety, poised to become every beachgoer's favourite companion this year. Available in two prints – the timeless blue and white stripes and a tropical palm leaf – the cabana caters to every beach aesthetic.

Excitement is spreading on social media as users eagerly anticipate the upcoming release of the ALDI dupe, a new product for the retailer this year. Coolcabana owners are expressing their enthusiasm and praising the virtues of the tent, with one user stating, "Can’t say anything about the ALDI one because I don’t have one, but I do have a coolcabana, and it is the best! Absolutely love it and worth the money in my opinion."

And for those fed up with the endless battle with sandy car interiors, ALDI is also releasing a Sand-Free Cabana Floor Towel priced at $59.99, ensuring you stay cool, dry, and sand-free while enjoying a leisurely day at the beach… complete with a centre hole designed to accommodate the cabana's central pole.

As part of ALDI's summer On The Beach Special Buys, shoppers will also find various beach day essentials, including a ladies' range of beachwear and accessories, beach umbrellas, chairs, and sunscreen.

Some of the hot ticket beach-day bargains available in the range include:

• Ladies Sun Hat, $7.99

• Ladies Beach Short, $9.99

• Ladies Tankini or Swimsuit, $17.99

• Ladies Beach Pants or Sarong, $14.99

• Ladies Beach Shirt or Kaftan, $14.99

• Ladies Beach Dress, $18.99

• Premium Beach Umbrella, $24.99

• Adult Clog, $6.99

And it's a good time to stock up, as beachgoers need to be mindful that, in addition to using a cabana or seeking natural shade, it's crucial to wear 50+ sunscreen, rashies (or other protective clothing), broad-brimmed hats, and sunnies to protect themselves from the harsh Aussie rays.

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