Summertime is typically a favourite time during the year as it usually consists of good weather, happy people, and tons of activities. It means that kids, parents, and everyday people alike have the opportunity to get out of the house, enjoy the outdoors and create special memories with loved ones. Regardless of what you happen to be doing this summer, there are some things that you can do to ensure that it’s one of the best to date. On that note, this article is going to tell you six ways that you can make sure this summer holiday is your best yet.
Revamp Your Wardrobe
One of the most exciting things about summer is the fact that you can put your coats away and bring out the summer gear. For all of the fashion lovers out there especially, it’s a chance to show off your summer style. Some items to think about getting include summer dresses, skirts, shorts, and loose fitted tops. You can also throw in a few accessories such as sunglasses, hats, and jewellery to give your look more personality. If you can’t afford a big summer shop this year, why not revamp your closet using some of last year’s pieces? Some things you could do include giving your summer dresses a 2018 twist by adding a blazer, subtly reintroducing your millennium pink pieces, mixing last summers gingham prints with others as clashing prints are still in, and buttoning your deconstructed shirts the right way.
Stay Hydrated
Another way that you can ensure that this summer holiday is the best yet is by staying hydrated. Whether you happen to be staying in the UK or venturing off to a hot country, it’s important that you have more than enough fluids in your body. Some tips for staying hydrated include not drinking too much water as it can be dangerous, drinking water first thing in the morning, having a glass of water an hour before meals, having a glass before showering, and drinking a bottle of water an hour before bed. The long story short is to stay hydrated to prevent fatigue and fainting, especially if there happens to be a heat wave.
Eat Clean
Next to staying hydrated, eating clean is another must if you want this summer to be a good one. Unless you want to end summertime with excess weight and become vulnerable to health challenges, it’s important that you maintain balance when it comes to the things you eat. This means trying not to overindulge on all of the unhealthy foods and avoiding overdrinking while socialising. If you need a reminder regarding the best foods to eat, you should try and ensure you’re eating enough veggies and fruits, you reduce the number of sugars you consume, you eat a healthy balance of proteins, and you try and stick to healthy carbs. You should also reduce the number of refined carbs that you eat as it could equally lead to unwanted weight gain. Eating clean is also important to avoid illnesses like high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, nutrient deficiencies, chronic diseases and Type 2 Diabetes. However, by sticking to a low-carb-low calorie diet as Shake That Weight suggests, you’re more likely to stay healthy or reverse type 2 diabetes if you have it.
Make Time
If you don’t want all of the summertime fun to pass you by, it’s important that you actually set aside time for the fun. Seeing as your place of work is unlikely to give you six weeks holiday because its summertime unless you work in a school, you have to make the most of the time you have. Some ways you can do that include choosing to spend time with your friends after work, allocating your days off to spending time with family and planning short trips where possible. If you’re able to minimise your workload, try and do so in order to free up your schedule as work-life balance is just as important.
Do Something Different
Aside from Christmas and Easter, summertime is one of the longest breaks you’re likely to get in the year, so you should try and do something out of the ordinary. If you typically don’t travel anywhere during the summer, perhaps think about putting on your explorer hat and going to a local destination if you don’t want to travel too far out. Some of the best summer destinations include Cornwall beaches, the Thames Lido, Trebah Garden, and Dartmoor. Aside from travelling, there are also other things that you can do which include going to concerts, attending festivals, trying out the Nottinghill Carnival for the first time if you’ve never gone and going to the theatre to watch a show. The idea should be to do something outside of your comfort zone so that It’s a summer to remember.
Stay Safe
No matter what it is that you decide to get up to this summer, it’s imperative that you try and stay safe. Some things to watch out for include keeping your phone safe, protecting your valuables, and always letting people know where you are especially if you’re out late. It’s also important that if you travel out of town, you have travel insurance, health care insurance, and emergency contact details. Also, try and move around with a good crowd and stay away from dark and secluded areas when you’re out, especially if you go into town and beyond popular tourist areas. The last thing you want is to end a potentially great summer in a bad way due to preventable things so try and ensure that you take necessary precautions and remain safe.
Just as quickly as summer has come, it will also seem to pass you by quickly. For this reason, making every moment count and ensuring you enjoy of much of it as you can is key. In summary of what’s already been mentioned above, it’s all about taking care of yourself and being well-prepared for the festivities you have in store. By doing so, it’s likely that this summer will be your best to date.