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Sulitin ang Summer!

By Pepin

Summer na naman! It’s like time flies really fast ika nga. But, sino ba naman ang hindi nasasabik sumabak sa tag-init? Meron ba? Of course, everyone’s excited, that’s because school works are finally over at magkakaroon na ng more time to spend with family and friends.

Handa ka na ba for summer? Dapat lang! The season only comes once a year and you should make the most out of it. In other words, dapat sulitin mo na ang summer time ngayon! And Panay Mud Pie gives you these five tips on how to make your sizzling summer days worth it.

TIP 1: Pick A Spot!

Maraming magagandang lugar dito sa Pilipinas. For instance, you can enjoy both the beach and the fun sa Boracay, which is the ultimate summer beach destination in the country. Or you can go to some undiscovered wonders, like Nogas Island or Malumpati Cold Spring in Antique. Kung hindi mo naman trip ang beach, then take a journey sa mga historical sites natin dito. Remember that kahit saan ka man, may mapupuntahan ka to enjoy the blazing sun.

But of course you should always consider your budget, which includes the expenses for transportation, accommodation, food, and leisure-time activities. If you will be going out with your family, make sure your budget plan is already fixed. Pero tip lang: always set an allowance sa budget and prepare that little “extra” no matter how predetermined your budget is already. 

Moreover, marami ang naghihinayang na puntahan ang isang lugar kasi mahal ito. Hindi naman porke sa Boracay ka pupunta ay iisipin mo na its expensive. Mind you, may mga resorts pa rin sa Boracay that cost below Php 1000 even during the peak season. It may require you to walk more distance to the beach, pero sulit naman kasi the accommodation is safe and cozy.

TIP 2: Please Your Palate

Kung summer ang pag-uusapan, lahat dapat sexy. We are all preoccupied of toning our bodies so that we can flaunt it sa beach. Pero mali naman yata na you go on starving until summer ends just to look pleasing to the eyes of many. You also need to satisfy your cravings and pamper yourself with best dishes in town. Of course you still need to eat right and healthy, but a glass of smoothie or a cone of ice cream won’t really hurt that much. If you desire to spend one night sa eat-all-you-can buffet table, then go on. It is just for one night, and remember that you are on the beach; engaging in beach activities that will make you sweat can burn those extra fats fast. 

TIP 3: Settle Down

No, you are not going to get married on the beach, unless you really planned to do so with your partner. But settling down means “to unwind” and it’s easy to do when you see yourself surrounded with the elements of nature. The calming sounds of the rolling waves and chirping of the birds can help you relax to the fullest. At mas nakakatulong magrelax if before you go to your summer destination, you already pledge to yourself that you will be leaving all your worries behind. It’s a good thing to do, especially if sasama mo ang pamilya mo or love one sa bakasyon, kasi you will be a comfortable companion. In other words, “masarap kang kasama!”

If nahihirapan ka magrelax, you can avail of the massage services. This will really help unwind your mind and soothe the tensions sa muscles. Or kung kuripot ka talaga, you can spend a siesta time sa hammock or just play a guitar at the shore.

TIP 4: Learn Something New

Summer schools are common during this time of the year, but if you wished to spend more time sa beach than in the classroom, find something interesting to do or to develop there. Like you can learn fire dancing, Frisbee, beach volleyball, sailing, snorkeling, or scuba diving; or better yet you can learn how to cook sizzling dishes or mix drinks. These are simple things that you can know and add them to your profile by the time summer ends. Hindi ka lang nag enjoy, but you also made your vacation a learning experience.

TIP 5: Protect Yourself

Hindi lang kasayahan at gimik ang dapat paghandaan during summer, but also watch out for yourself. That includes getting sunburned. Always use a sun block lotion whenever you expose yourself under the blazing heat of the sun. Grabe na kasi ang init ngaun; hindi lang nakakasunog ng balat, nakakapag dulot pa ng samo’t-saring karamdaman.

Also be prepared with your drugs (hindi po yung mga pinagbabawal na gamot, kundi yung nasa pharmacy), especially if you think that the weather of a place will not be favorable to you. May instances din that your digestive system is not comfortable with the local food. So always be ready for these occasions with your medications.

And lastly, arm yourself with prayer for safety, especially if you will be bringing your family with you. Remember, there are acts of God na hindi mo maiiwasan minsan, and only God himself can spare you.

So, Enjoy Guys! Have a Happy Yippy Yehey summer 2011!