For most of us, summer has two gears: hyper speed, go-go-go, or sun-soaked lounging at the beach, by the pool, or on the lawn in the back yard. What do these two summer scenarios have in common? Both require ample hydration to ensure fun in the sun stays fun. There’s no quicker way to ruin a good time than dehydration, which is why we’ve rounded up our top tips for staying hydrated through the most wonderfully warm time of year. So whether you’re traveling, staycationing, or a mix of both, we’ve got the hydration hacks you need to stay feeling summertime fine all season long.

Shake it Up

Who says hydration has to be boring? Spice things up by infusing your water with fruits, herbs, and if you’re feeling really bold, add some spices! Toss some fresh mint, cucumber slices, or berries into your still water to create your own H2O-riginal hydrating concoction. If you’re feeling really creative, try these Bubbles flavor remixes:

• Watermelon Bubbles + a sprinkle of chilli powder
• Strawberry Bubbles + basil
• Lemon Bubbles + a small pinch of shaved ginger root
• Valencia Orange Bubbles + cinnamon
• Huckleblueberry Bubbles + fresh mint
• Lime Bubbles + lemon grass

Habit Stack Hydration 

If you’re someone who forgets to drink your water, start getting in the habit of pairing certain daily activities with a glug or two. Scrolling through social? Make a point to take a sip of water each time you open your favorite social media app. Checking your email inbox? Take a sip! Checking the time? Sip! By tying your water intake to the most common things we do throughout our day, we put the hydration autopilot.

Eat Your Water

Want to hit your water intake goals AND your daily vitamin and mineral requirements? Many fruits and vegetables are loaded with water and can provide an extra boost of hydration. Grab water-rich foods like cucumbers, oranges, strawberries, and watermelon when you’re packing up your road trip cooler. Look for cut-veggie snack packs and fruit cups at airports or gas stations. Munching your thirst away is a sneaky way to double up on hydration while you’re on the go.

Take Hydration to New Heights

Traveling by air? Add an empty insulated water bottle to your carry-on luggage. Once you make it past security, fill that guy up to the brim, and then pick an extra bottle or carton from the airport shops so you never run on empty (and don’t have to be the passenger paging the flight attendant for a refill every few hours).  And remember, if you do go for that in-flight cocktail, make sure to balance it out glass for glass with water.

Get Electro-LIT

Whether you opt for pre-made electrolyte powder packs or take the budget-friendly DIY route by adding a pinch of sea salt to your empty carry-on water bottle, prioritizing those essential hydrating minerals can help keep your body feeling healthy, hydrated, and ready for every adventure on your summer agenda.  Focus on including foods, drinks, and supplements rich in potassium, magnesium, calcium, and sodium in your travel diet plan.

Final Word

Staying hydrated while traveling doesn’t have to be a chore—make it fun, make it easy, and make it a priority, because there’s no quicker way to ruin a summer adventure than with a spell of dehydration. So bottoms up!