Family vacation, such one at the beach, is a perfect time to bond with the gang in a new, sunny destination. But before dashing out the door, it’s vital to have a solid game plan to ensure a stress-free beach getaway.
Pack the essentials
A trip to the beach means staying under the sun for long hours. Pack the right essentials for the trip, including sunblock with high SPF and cooling gel to treat sunburn. Don’t forget a sand-resistant, waterproof beach bag to protect everyone’s gadgets from getting wet, as well as a towel, mat, umbrella, medicines, snacks, and floaters for kids.
Know the condition of the ocean
The ocean can be treacherous. Some beaches have jellyfish and other sea creatures that can be deadly if a person gets bitten or stung. Beaches can also have periods of big waves and high tide or low tide. Knowing the condition of the ocean before diving in is important to avoid any possible dangers.
Stay hydrated
It’s important to stay hydrated when dealing with the summer heat and the strain of doing water sports like swimming, surfing, kite-surfing, paddling, and many more. Prevent heat stroke, headache, and other sicknesses caused by heat by drinking lots of water and eating fruits and veggies with high water content like watermelon, cucumber, celery, strawberry, and pineapple.
Protect the family from the unexpected
Nobody wishes for accidents to happen but in case they do, protect the whole family with Axa Smart Traveller. It comes with a wide range of benefits, including 24-hour travel assistance, protection of personal belongings, and refunds for travel inconveniences. Choose from Essential, Classic, and Elite Plan. The Classic and Elite Plan are compliant with the Schengen Visa requirement, the latter offering the highest coverage available. It’s also allowed to choose a plan for a single trip for up to 10 adults and 10 children traveling together to and from the same destination, within the same travel period. There is also an annual plan for an individual or group.
Be ready in case of medical emergencies
Aside from medicine, bring a first aid kit to be prepared for any medical emergencies. For serious accidents that need comprehensive treatment, Axa Smart Traveller also offers medical coverage, personal accident coverage up to P5 million, and liability and personal safety coverage.
Have fun!
Some people have the tendency to bring work with them on vacations. While it’s okay to allot a few hours to answer emails and other work-related issues, don’t forget that you are still on a vacation with the people important in your life so enjoy and savor the moment with family and leave the stress behind.