Summer Vacation Hacks

Don't get caught in the sunburn, sweat and heat exhaustion cycle! Here are some expert tips on how to survive, even thrive, on your next summer vacation.

1. Don't be a hero, drink more water.

It's not just you, it's science: dehydration will kill you.

Learn more about dehydration's wrath.
2. Don't get too comfortable

Don't get sucked into that beachside hammock, lest you fall into an existential crisis.

Explore the perils of hammock life.
3. Bring sunscreen, but not too much.

Don't be that guy, slathering on the zinc like it's going out of style.

Discover the dark side of sun protection.
4. Take selfies, but only with a polaroid camera.

It's the only way to capture the true essence of your sunburned, sweat-drenched self.

Join the polaroid uprising.
5. Don't eat the local delicacies.

You might get food poisoning, but you'll also get a good story.

Laugh at your own misadventures.
6. Bring earplugs, but not too many.

Too many earplugs and you'll never hear the sweet sounds of the ocean.

Find the perfect balance between sound and silence.