Vacation hydration: 6 ways to get your 8 glasses each day

(BPT) - Planning a getaway? Make sure to double-check you’ve packed your phone charger, sunglasses, medication and toiletries — items people typically realize (to their horror) they've left behind when they arrive at their destination. It’s common to forget items like these when you’re caught up in the whirlwind of getting out the door for your well-deserved time off. One thing you shouldn't forget: Staying hydrated while you're there. But for many, that's not easy to do.

According to a new survey by Talker Research on behalf of CG Roxane, 40% of travelers find it difficult to stay hydrated during their vacation. They just plain forget to down those eight glasses per day or they’re more focused on the fun and attractions and find the day gets away from them. The survey found only 22% of Americans monitor how much water they’re drinking each day on vacation.

Another possible reason people slip out of their hydration routines on vacation? The majority of travelers (65%) are concerned about the quality of the tap water at their destination, be it their hotel room or the local restaurants.

“Everyone knows that summer brings travel and fun, but it also brings higher temperatures and a greater chance for dehydration,” said CG Roxane VP of Marketing Anne-Charlotte de La Porte. “With Americans concerned about consuming tap water or forgetting to drink water in general, it’s no surprise that staying hydrated when traveling is difficult for so many.”

Especially in this summer of unprecedented heat, it’s important to keep on top of your water intake when you’re seeing the sights or relaxing on the beach. Some ways to do that include:

Keep bottled water in your hotel room. This is an enormous help with hydration, and it also allays people’s concerns about the quality of water coming out of the tap in their hotel rooms. Pop a couple of bottles into your mini-fridge, and stash a gallon-size bottle on the bathroom counter for brushing your teeth — CG Roxane's survey also revealed that one in three (29%) of Americans brush their teeth with bottled water vs. the tap water at their destination — and filling up the coffee maker in the morning. Crystal Geyser^® Alpine Spring Water^® is the number one nationally distributed bottled spring water in the United States and is a product of CG Roxane, which bottles water at its natural spring source.

Monitor your intake. Keep track of how much you’re drinking each day.

Plan ahead. Think about the day’s activities, and plan for how much water you’ll need. Going to the beach? Make sure to pack a water bottle for each person into your beach bag. Hiking in a state park? Everyone tucks a bottle into their backpacks. Crystal Geyser^® Alpine Spring Water^® is the perfect ally for this — it comes in a wide range of bottle shapes and sizes so you can plan to take what you need. For the 47% of Americans that would like to see tethered caps on their bottled beverages, select 8oz bottles are now also available with an EZ cap option, keeping caps in place, allowing consumers both ease and peace of mind while minimizing environmental impact.

Set reminders. Alarms on your phone can keep you on track for good hydration.

Limit dehydrating drinks. Avoiding alcohol, coffee and sugary drinks will ensure you’re not working against your own hydration levels.

Listen to your body. Be aware of the signs of dehydration, including thirst, fatigue, headaches or dizziness.

By following these tips, you’ll stay hydrated on your travels. Now, get out there and enjoy your time off!

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*Data from a survey conducted by Talker Research, Market Research Society (MRS) and the European Society for Opinion and Marketing Research (ESOMAR), on behalf of CG Roxane from July 1 to July 8, 2024, with a panel of 2,000 general population Americans.