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5 THINGS TO DO TO HAVE A GREAT VAPE EXPERIENCE

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Here are five tactics to ensure that you always have a great vape experience;

1. PROOF IS IN THE JUICE

Flavour is the heart of your vape experience. Most vapers try new ones for the absolute novelty and term it their favourite part of vaping. Also, the delicious taste is one of the main reasons why they keep on vaping. There are hobbyists known as flavour chasers, who are continuously looking for the best tricks and equipment to come up with strong DIY e-liquids they want to experience. These vapers would try a clear majority of e-juices, and experiment with them to come up with new customised flavours tailored to their specific needs to the core.

Before investing in e-liquids you need to find beneficial suppliers whom truly care about their consumers, wanting them to have the best vaping experience possible. Discounts and offers on vaping products is something you should be on the lookout for. One well-loved example is www.vaperswarehouse.co.uk who have some unbeatable offers on. They have hundreds of different flavours featured on their site from top industry leading brands to lesser-known ones which you can experiment with.  

Vapers love experimenting with flavours because whether you have an addictive sweet tooth or savoury taste buds, you can find e liquid that can flip open a party in your throat arena. Today, backed by the power of PG, VG, flavouring, and nicotine, vape juice manufacturers are racing to come up with new flavours to inhale a puff of your sweet vapour money. Therefore, despite loving a flavour to its core, it is admissible to change your taste and use a range of e-liquids to expand your vape experience and avoid the vaper’s tongue.

2. UPGRADE YOUR VAPE SET UP

A proven way to enhance your vape experience is by upgrading your hardware. Often, you do not realise how long you’ve been using a mod or a tank until your friends start calling you an artefact because you have gotten too comfortable with the archaic equipment. A simple Google search would display a wide array of products from starter kits to mechanical mods, and from tanks to RDAs.

With an RDA (Rebuildable Dripping Atomizer) the vape is in your hands, depending on the coils you may create. You insert a wick in your coil and saturate it with e-juice. After that the top cap mounts, and you are vaping. A postmodern option is the Aeronaut RDA, which is designed by a UK based aeronautical engineer, who apart from being a vaping aficionado wanted to create a better vaping experience.

3. LEARN VAPE TRICKS

Learning and exhibiting innovative vape tricks have become a popular subculture in the vaping stratosphere. Here are two of the most common vape tricks;

O-Rings

Blowing vapour out in the form of a massive ring is a standard practice among vapers. Admittedly, O-rings were common with smokers from ages but vaping just made it much hipper since it tastes better, looks better, and does not hurt your throat. Here is how you can do it;

  • Take a healthy hit of vapour from your e-cig.
  • Purse your mouth into an O shape with your lips tightly clenched rather than jutting outwards.
  • Mildly attempt a cough, or at least a coughing motion.
  • If all is in the order, you should be blowing o-rings with your vapour with a little practice.

The Ghost (French Inhale)

  • Take a long, satisfying hit of vapour from your e-cig.
  • Gradually lower your bottom jaw, and softly blow out a bit of vapour.
  • Immediately, inhale that vapour through your nose.
  • Of course, it is harder than it appears.

4. AVOID VAPER’S TONGUE

Your tongue has got a covering of 2,000 to 10,000 taste buds (medically known as gustatory calyculi), and the term vaper’s tongue (also called vaper’s fatigue) signifies a broad range of taste related ailments. It is a condition where going off an individual flavour of your liking to losing the taste for all things edible. While the first condition is a common occurrence, the second one is possibly more severe, with causes including vitamin deficiency, dehydration, and illness.

In the majority of cases though, the condition is a temporal affair and soon takes care of itself. However, the following remedies are recommended to cure a vaper’s tongue;

1.    Change the vape flavour.

2.    Use a stronger e-liquid.

3.    Drink water to avoid dehydration.

4.    Slurp on a fresh lime or lemon.

5.    Use mouthwash.

6.    Using steeped juices.

7.    Avoid dual vaping.

8.    Use unflavoured vape juice for a while.

5. REPLACEMENT COILS ARE YOUR FRIEND

A vape novice is forgiven for underestimating the power of replacement coils. The coil is responsible for heating the e-juice, which enables it to turn into a vapour. Replacement coils (also known as atomiser coils) are offered in either single-coil with one heating element, or dual-coil, whereby two heating elements are vaporising the vape juice at the same time.

Specifically, multiple factors such as your daily vape consumption, the power level of your vape hardware, and the acidity of your e-juice are all reasons that can lead to an extended or shortened lifespan of your replacement coil.

9 expert tips to make sure you get the best out of Orlando

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There’s a staggering degree of choice in Orlando. However, if you are visiting this Florida city yourself, you could have so many options right in front of you that you overlook alternatives that are more concealed but also, ultimately, better. Here are tips for avoiding such oversights.

Book your ticket for Universal Studios Florida in advance

This theme park is undoubtedly among the city’s biggest attractions. However, don’t buy your ticket at the gate; TIME‘s Money website advises that you can save money by instead paying for that ticket through the Universal Studios Florida website.

Spend a day less at Universal than you had initially planned

Buy a pass that lets you visit Universal for one fewer day. You can spend that day buying food that is less expensive than what is available in the theme park.

Consider buying passes strictly for the water park

This is because Universal charges much less for a pass just to its Volcano Bay water park than for a ticket to any of its other Orlando parks.

Have food sent to your accommodation

Amazon can provide this service for you – and it can save you money compared to buying food from a resort restaurant instead. However, first check that this service would be allowed at your accommodation.

Use rideshares, not rental cars

Parking can be expensive, but you can avoid potentially heavy costs by having yourself transported around Orlando through lifts provided by Lyft or Uber instead of renting a car to drive yourself.

Reconsider buying souvenirs from Universal

Many souvenirs sold at Universal Studios Florida might be available from outlets outside the park – and, if it is, one of those outlets might offer the souvenir you want at a cheaper price.

Consider visiting Fun Spot for family fun

Fun Spot is an attraction recommended on the Independent.ie website. It’s got bumper boats, a wooden rollercoaster and more – and you are unlikely to have the problem of big queues.

Try some indoor skydiving at iFLY

This company offers a base for indoor skydiving near Universal Studios – and even kids can safely try it. This certainly provides something a bit different to the more stereotypical Florida attractions.

Plan ahead with booking accommodation

You can get good deals by doing this. Ocean Florida is currently offering enticing accommodation across a pleasing variety of locations for Orlando holidays in 2018, so don’t needlessly delay booking.

Having a child is costly business!

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At almost 40, I’m glad to say, I’m pretty sure my baby days are over. I’m guessing that the next time I have any sort of a responsibility for a baby, will be when I’m a grandparent (if I’m a grandparent). My daughters are 12 and 9, and instead of thinking about nappies and baby food, I have to worry about expensive school uniform, endless school trips and eventually maybe even university. In the last year, Megan has been offered several school trips from her school, some as much as £400 each. Plus, with tuition fees still high (there weren’t any when I went to university), having a child can be a pretty costly business.

I came across this infograph the other day, which details the average cost of a baby’s first year and it’s actually pretty mind blowing. While breastfeeding obviously helps to keep feeding costs down, not everyone can manage that or continue long term. Formula milk feeds can work out at almost £800 for the year would you believe? And nappies? Well that’s a huge cost – coming in at around £400 for disposables, but even reusables can end up costly with the price of washing being added in. Plus there is the pram, the car seat, the baby bouncer, the cot and goodness knows what else. If you actually added up everything you spent on a child over the first year, you’d probably faint. So by the time your kids are getting to 18, I can only imagine how much you might have spent. To be honest I would rather not imagine at all!

The infograph has been put together by Busy Bees and you can visit Huntingdon Nursery or one of their many other branches, to check out their services. If like me, you’re done with the baby days for now, sit back and relax until the services you’re checking out come with thousands of pounds in tuition fees!

 

Simple Tips For Making Your Bathroom Look More Expensive

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After the kitchen, the bathroom is probably the most expensive room in the home to fix up. A quick look online will show you exactly how much some people pay for their bathrooms, and there are some scary looking figures on display.

But the honest truth is that you don’t need to splash out on marble stone tiles and a rain shower to make your bathroom look the part. With a little creative thinking – and a lot of hard work – you can turn the tiniest of dingy bathrooms into a beautiful place to relax.

Take our bathroom, as the perfect example – it looked awful when we moved in, but I think we managed to do a pretty good job in the end. Here’s a few tips that helped us improve our bathroom’s look by a significant amount.

Storage and Containers

You never see a plush, expensive bathroom full of clutter. So the first step is to ensure you have plenty of containers and cupboard space to put everything away when it isn’t in use. You could even go down the traditional route of keeping things in large glass jars or ceramic jugs rather than plastics – just keep them well out of the way of the kids!

A beautiful bathmat

You don’t have to spend a lot on bathmats – when they are brand new, they always look great. But let’s face it, in a busy household they tend to get pretty unkempt very quickly – and it has a serious impact on your bathroom. So, lose the Terry cloths and look for something a little more long-lasting. Turkish or Persian rugs are a great substitute, and you don’t have to go too wild on size, and you will still benefit from a more sophisticated look.

Swap out your taps

I think a lot of people would love to splurge on something like a freestanding bath. But the reality for most households is that they are far too expensive to justify, and most bathrooms don’t have the room anyway. But you can make the most of your current tub by switching out the bath taps – and you can do the same for your sink, too. It makes such a difference to the style of the bathroom and is such a cheap way of getting an instant improvement.

Go big on mirrors and artwork

There are some spectacular and beautifully framed mirrors out there which you should invest in – they will give your bathroom and instant lift, no matter how dull or boring your tiles are. You can also hang artwork or pictures – just make sure they are framed nice and tightly, so they don’t suffer from moisture leaking in. It adds a little personalisation to the bathroom, too, which, ultimately, is what separates a great bathroom from a standard one.

Improve the lighting

One final, easy fix for you – improve your bathroom lighting. Try using spotlights in the bathroom, and you can even pick up chandeliers these days for a reasonable price – or create one yourself. Set up some dimmer switches so that you can dim the lights for a nice, relaxing bath and you will enjoy your bathroom even more. Any thoughts to add? Let me know in the comments section!

Is Wales Seriously Banning E-liquid Flavours?

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You might have heard recently that the Welsh government has been taking steps to get E-cigs ‘under control’ in Wales. They attempted to ban E-cigs in public places, but have thus-far failed to do so.

But, ironically, they may have actually figured out how to make E-cigs much less enjoyable.

They are banning flavours.

Yes, this is true – it’s not a prank or a joke. Here’s the official statement from Public Health Wales.

“Confectionary-like flavours of e-liquid should not be permitted, in order to reduce the appeal of vaping to children and young people.”

 According to a spokesperson from Public Health England, it was said that ‘only children’ enjoy sweet flavoured E-liquids – and that the flavours were obviously designed with the intent to market the devices and the liquids to children.

This is obviously a stretch. In fact, it’s more than a stretch – it’s downright ridiculous to those of us who understand vaping and the ideology behind it. We obviously disagree with this completely… but just for the sake of the argument, we are going to share a few thoughts on why we believe that such a ban is not only unnecessary, but also on how it could also cause more harm than good.

Argument Number One… Fruity and Sweet Flavours Appeal To Ex-Smokers Too

Believe it or not, fruity and sweet e-liquid blends carry a lot of appeal for ex-smokers. They taste good, and they help people who used to smoke to move even further away from the idea of smoking as it pertains to cigarettes.

They also help to establish vaping as its own habit… separate from smoking and something unique in itself. Without flavours, far more people may just stick to smoking.

Argument Number Two… Fruity and Sweet Flavours Were Not Designed To Market E-cigs To Children

No E-cig companies in the UK make it their policy to sell to underage users. E-cig websites and businesses alike, as well as all of the prominent vaping associations, support the ’18 and over’ rule for vaping. Nobody wants to sell vaping products to kids or children. Nobody wants to see children getting addicted to nicotine. Nobody wants to see younger vapers using the devices behind their parents’ backs.

The idea that these types of flavours were designed specifically for children and minors is quite outlandish, to put it lightly.

Argument Number Three… Fruity And Sweet E-Liquids May Increase The Odds That Smokers Will Be Able To Successfully Switch To E-Cigs

Vaping is definitely a bit different than smoking. It’s also a bit more expensive to get started with. These are both disadvantages that can cause smokers to continue to smoke instead of switching over.

So what does vaping have to offer over cigarettes? Well, vaping is up to 95% less harmful than cigarette smoking. It’s also less expensive in the long run, and can provide an alternative nicotine delivery system that can help smokers to quit.

But it also offers a larger, more diverse array of flavours – which make it its own unique experience. This diversity is part of what has made vaping so successful. One day, someone is smoking cigarettes that they don’t even like, just because they are addicted to nicotine. The next, they’re vaping on a fruity, sweet E-liquid blend that they love, while also getting their nicotine at the same time.

This allows them to kick smoking, because they’re not even missing out on anything by switching!

Hopefully, the Welsh Assembly will change its viewpoint on vaping. The vaping industry has done a lot of good things for Wales. It has provided jobs and revenue – despite the challenges that vaping has thus-far endured.

And this, unfortunately, just seems to be another roadblock in the way. Will the vaping industry be able to get past it? It’s impossible to know for sure at this point. Hopefully things will work out to negate this rather extreme ruling – but only time will tell, so we’re eager to get some more updates and clarification from Public Health of Wales.

Have you got an opinion? We’d love to hear it.

A Guide to Buying Kids Shoes

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Children’s feet grow so quickly which means they go through shoes at an alarming rate! It’s important to regularly get your children’s feet measured to make sure they aren’t pinching or too loose. Blisters and bunions are no fun and can be avoided with shoes that fit properly.

Getting the Right Size Matters

First things first, get your kids feet measured by a professional. Your children are running around, exploring, and walking. Their footwear needs to be comfortable and durable. A professional will be able to give you an accurate size and style of show to suit your child. Your children’s feet can grow up to two sizes bigger within a year! So it’s vitally important to get measure regularly.

Consider the Style you Buy

A professional will be able to tell you, but bear in mind the style you buy. Your child may be keen on the cute design, but they need to be practical too. Heels, over an inch high, are going to affect the way your child walks. Over time your children’s feet may develop blisters. More seriously, if they wear heels too high this can lead to changes in the bone. This could make it difficult to walk normally in the future. Fendi baby shoes are a good option. They have some good slip on shoes and pumps that are fuss-free. If you notice there is more wear on one side of the shoe, or the shape of the shoe is slopes, it could indicate your child’s putting more pressure on certain areas. A trip to a podiatrist will be able to tell if there’s anything that needs correcting.

For Babies

For all children barefoot is best, but especially babies. Letting babies crawl around your home without shoes on is a good idea. It allows muscles to develop correctly and also gives skin the opportunity to breathe. For those who’ve not yet learnt to walk, the feeling of the floor beneath you is a good aid to learning. Make sure you’re baby’s socks are made of the right material and fit correctly. They really should be made of 50% wool or cotton.  Young feet are extremely soft and pliable so be careful about squeezing feet into socks that don’t fit.

Hygiene

Another thing to consider is your young child’s foot hygiene. Feet should be washed and dried thoroughly on a daily basis. If not the spaces between the toes could become infected and lead to athlete’s foot or other infections. Toenails should also be trimmed to make sure that shoes and socks aren’t rubbing against them and causing pressure.

How To Have A Really Successful Family Holiday

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Going on vacation with your family can be extremely stressful.  It can be hard to not only get everyone on the same page, but the communication can lack in some places.  Planning out the perfect holiday isn’t easy, and it takes patience and a plan.  Preparation is key, and you’ve got to invest some of your time to plan a vacation that is successful.

Communication is essential

When you are planning a family vacation, communication is going to be crucial.  You want to avoid a lot of drama caused by miscommunication and instead, make sure that everyone is on the same page right from the beginning.  This means that you should sync up your flights, how you are getting to the hotel and even what you are doing throughout the stay.  There are a lot of different apps out there that can help keep you organized and keep your family in the loop.

Be realistic with your money

This is another thing that can cause a lot of drama.  Money can be tight for some family members, and that is why being practical with money up front is huge.  While you are planning out what you are going to be doing throughout your holiday vacation, make sure that you incorporate some free things, as that will help offset some of the costs for those that have thinner wallets.

Pad your time

What this means it that if you are set off across the country with your family to check out different amusement parks or malls, leave a chance to explore.  You might have a list of things that you want to see and a list of stuff that you want to do but pad your time.  Leave time in the agenda for family-time too, that’s important, and it will help everyone bond and be a little closer.

Keep it active for the group

If you are not a keen conversationalist with your family, why not up the ante and plan something active?  A sporting event is one of the best things to go to with a group.  It also provides a lot of memories for your family, and it doesn’t require a lot of personal interaction.

Safety first

Whenever you are traveling with a bigger group, preparation is essential to keep the stress at bay and to ensure that everyone is safe.  If you are going with small kids, you should keep a photo of them as well as the entire family on you at all times.  The younger kids should also carry an identification card with their parents’ names, address and phone number of where you are staying.  Safety first, especially when it comes to family holidays.

Have a packing party

Packing is probably one of the most stressful things when you are preparing for a trip.  You have to make sure that you have everything and that is why coming prepared with a checklist and having a packing party is huge.  Make a game out of it, see who can pack up everything the fastest.  There are also packing hacks that you can use to understand how to pack for a longer trip without the stress.

WiFi is paramount

Finally, don’t try to fight it, WiFi is going to be vital when you are traveling.  If it is a cost?  Spring for it.  It will stop a lot of fighting, a lot of drama and it will make the trip that much better.  There are also a lot of ways that you can get WiFi for free and save a few bucks.

Now that you know some of the best ways to cut down on the stress and to have a fabulous family holiday, what are some of the tips that you have?  Share them!

Cover Your Wheelie Bins So Your Garden Looks Tidier

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Everybody wants to make their garden look tidier, whether they’re a dedicated gardener or prefer the indoors, no one wants to look out the window and see ugly, council issued wheelie bins staring back at them, especially when a garden is supposed to be a place of relaxation and joy.

Plastic wheelie bins do tend to look messy, especially once they have become weather beaten and worn, which can really ruin the look of your garden. They can crack easily, alongside being covered with moss and muddy water which can cause all sorts of problems, making them slippery to grip or even allowing water inside. This is all very inconvenient, and this is just one way that covering your wheelie bins can really help to improve the look of your garden. The solid timber frames of the wheelie bin storage unit protects the bin from the weather, as well as making them easier to grip, much safer and much, much less likely to be damaged by the weather.

On top of this, covering your wheelie bins can help to make your garden look tidy by ensuring that your rubbish is protected from small animals that live in the city, including vermin such as rats and pests such as foxes. Animals like these are able to knock over or get into bins, pulling out and ripping the bin bags while rummaging for scraps. This sounds harmless and not necessarily something that you should be concerned with preventing, but if this keeps happening, animals can become dependent on these scraps, which can keep them returning to your house again and again every night. This can then cause them to come to your home at other times of the day, and while rats and foxes are rarely vicious, they may have diseases that you really don’t want passed on to your family or neighbours. It is not just disease prevention that wheelie bin storage can be useful for, it can also help to prevent the animals getting rubbish all over your garden. Once bin bags have been ripped, the rubbish can spill out easily, and with a little wind this can blow all over the garden. This means that you have to go out and clean up the rubbish, which is never fun and is easily fixed by putting your bin in a storage unit.

As wheelie bin storage caters for multiple bins and boxes, it means that you are able to contain all your bins in the same style units. This helps to create a more uniform look which is appealing and helps to keep your garden look tidier and keep your bins all in the same place. This makes rubbish disposal nice and easy alongside keeping your garden looking like that natural oasis that you’ve worked so hard on.

Covering up your wheelie bins can help to improve the look of your garden dramatically and with only a little expense, you can keep your wheelie bins tidy, safe and secure all in shelters that won’t make your eyes hurt. Wheelie bin storage is definitely worth looking into if you’re trying to find a way to make your garden look a bit more eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing.

When was the last time you stayed at a Bed and Breakfast?

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I have to admit, that for the longest time, I haven’t stayed in a B&B. There was definitely a time in my life, when I wouldn’t hesitate to stay in Bed and Breakfast over a Hotel, but in truth – several bad experiences has made me very wary.

One of the first strange experiences was at least ten years ago. My then husband and I, stayed in a Bed and Breakfast for one night, while having a very rare night away. The place itself was lovely, but the shower was in the same room as the bed! Now obviously I was with my husband so it wasn’t the end of the world, but imagine if you’d gone with a friend and had to shower (not much frosted glass!) in the same room as they were watching TV!

The very last time I stayed in a Bed and Breakfast was with my best friend Amy. I won a competition to stay in a beautiful hotel and have a trip to the theatre to see Grease. We decided to extend our stay and extra night, but couldn’t afford the same hotel and instead booked a B&B near Camden. It was, no lie, the most awful place I have ever stepped foot in. I won’t freak you out with the details but needless to say we slept fully clothed and we even tried getting drunk to help us sleep!

These days I tend to stay in a Travelodge or Premier Inn, as at least you always know what you’re getting, however I have been looking at a B&B for an upcoming holiday we might be having. Is it time I braved it again? Or will one more time be the sealing of the deal! Here is an interesting infograph by Toprooms I wanted to share with you, about all the reasons we should stay in Bed and Breakfast. What do you think?

7 ways to prevent sunburn on a cruise

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Setting off on a cruising holiday can be an exciting time. Whether you’re a first-timer or you’ve sailed the seas before, packing for your trip can be a challenge. On top of finding the right outfit for every occasion and sifting through the adapters to find the right one for your camera, you also need to think about your makeup and accessories. Another important item to consider is sunscreen. Below, we round up seven ways to prevent sunburn on your next cruise.

Avoid sun exposure during the day

 Between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm, the sun’s rays are at their strongest. You should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight during these hours, and instead find other ways to occupy your children. You can, of course, spend time in the sun, but you should sit under a parasol and ensure that you regularly reapply sun cream to keep yourself and your children safe.

Lounging around the pool or sitting on your balcony may sound like the best way to chill out, but you could try other activities to keep yourself busy during the day. Booking a relaxing spa session, taking an excursion or enjoying a leisurely lunch with your family in one of your cruise liner’s restaurants are just some of the ways to keep you out of the sun.

Wear sunglasses

 When it comes to packing for your holiday, a couple of pairs of designer sunglasses are usually on the list. Not only can they finish off your summer outfits, but they can also protect your eyes from irreparable sun damage.

Wearing sunglasses can protect you against sun-related health problems such as skin cancer, cataracts, glaucoma, pterygium and macular degeneration. Doctors recommend wearing wraparound sunglasses – that is, sunglasses that cover the entirety of your eyes – to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. Doing so is even more important on cloudy days, where the sun isn’t visible, but the harmful UV rays can still damage your eyes.

Don’t base tan

 Although you may be tempted to visit your local tanning salon weeks leading up to your cruise to get a ‘base tan’, doing so could be harmful to your skin. There is a link between ultraviolet exposure from tanning beds and melanoma, and treating a base tan as a prevention against sunburn isn’t a sensible idea. Instead, opt for a natural tanning optimiser during your travels, or show off your natural skin.

Pack the right sun cream

Regardless of your skin type, sun cream is essential. Aim for a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or greater – but the higher the SPF factor, the better protected you will be. You should aim to apply your sunscreen generously throughout the day – reapplying it every two hours, and after every time you take a dip in the pool. If you’re using insect repellent, apply your sunscreen first to protect your skin.

Sunscreen can be used on babies and toddlers over the age of six months, but for younger children, you should instead use other forms of sun protection, like shade and clothing.

Cover up

The chances are that you’ll want to show off your body during the summer months, but covering up is the best way to reduce your chances of getting sunburned. Woven clothing is the best way to protect your skin, so pack long-sleeved t-shirts and jeans if you’re prone to burning quickly. Some outdoor clothing even offers an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF), so check your label to see whether your fabric can effectively block sunlight.

As well as clothing, you should also look at wearing a bat. Broad-brimmed hats are the most efficient at shading your head and preventing sun damage – if you’re particularly sensitive to the sun, look for caps with neck covers to prevent burning.

Sit in the shade

 If you do want to spend time outdoors, find a quiet spot in the shade. You should be able to find a parasol on your deck, so use it to your advantage. Make sure that your children are well covered, and don’t hesitate to ask a member of the crew if you can’t find somewhere to sit.

Drink water

 While water won’t protect you against the damage of the sun, staying hydrated is essential. Make sure you have water on tap throughout the day – if you choose a Mekong river cruise with a tour operator such as Imagine Cruising, all meals and drinks will be all-inclusive.

There you have it – seven of the best ways to prevent sunburn on a cruise. Wherever you go, have fun, stay save and apply your sun cream as regularly as possible.