When you’re busy catching flights, ticking landmarks off the bucket list or lounging by the pool, drinking enough water is probably the last thing on your mind. Dry cabin air, warm weather, and busy travel days can all leave you feeling drained before you know it. We’ve rounded up a few travel essentials and simple habits to help you stay hydrated.
Collapsible Water Bottle
Never leave your hotel without one. Lightweight, reusable, and easy to pack, simply refill it at airport water stations, hotels, or public refill points throughout the day. Having a bottle on hand makes it that much easier to drink water regularly without relying on single-use plastic bottles.
If you’re travelling somewhere where tap water isn’t always safe to drink, pair it with a LifeStraw water filter. It filters bacteria and other contaminants, allowing you to safely and confidently drink your water abroad.
Beauty Elixir
Hydrate your skin on the go. Travelling doesn’t just dehydrate your body; it can leave your skin feeling dry and tired too. When flying, the dry air circulating throughout the aircraft dehydrates us as we breathe it in. Skin may appear hydrated and oily, especially in warmer climates, but it’s very possible to have oily and dehydrated skin.
A refreshing facial mist like the Caudalíe Beauty Elixir uses key ingredients including green grape, rose essential oil and rosemary essential oil to protect dry and sensitive skin during flights. Both sizes are carry-on friendly, and the elixir can also be used as a pillow mist and toner.
Electrolytes & Water-Rich Foods
Stay hydrated from the inside out. Everyone knows we are what we eat, and drinking water is only part of staying hydrated. After long flights, active sightseeing or time spent in the heat, add electrolyte tablets or powders to your water to replace important minerals like sodium and potassium.
You can also increase your hydration naturally by snacking on water-rich foods such as strawberries, watermelon and cucumbers. These refreshing foods not only boost your fluid intake but also provide vitamins and nutrients to keep your energy levels up while travelling. Small fruits and vegetables do not go unnoticed by your body.
Healthy Hydration Habits
Small changes make big differences. Hydration is about consistency. Try to avoid excessive sugary drinks, which can contribute to dehydration and energy crashes and limit prolonged sun exposure during the hottest parts of the day to reduce fluid loss.
An easy trick to help you drink more water is the 10-gulp rule—every time you refill your water bottle or stop for a break, take ten big gulps before moving on. It’s a simple habit that helps you stay on top of your water intake without constantly having to think about it. Stay hydrated.
