Best keeping cool tips

[kaos928]

What is everyone best tips for staying cool?? We are going in August and we could use all the help we can get! Thanks so much

 

[timzagain]

We visited WDW in August last year, July the year before. The most important tip for surviving heat is STAY HYDRATED! Instead of buying water, we simply asked for water at any and every counter service place or drinks stop we encountered.

Look for cool spots to relax in periodically (air conditioned attractions, stores etc).

I've never tried the mister fans, but a washcloth or swimmer's towel (chamois) soaked in cool water and applied to neck, face etc kept me cool. If you're really hot, and you don't mind forgoing your look, soak your head if you're overheating. Personally, I decided early that my vacation was likely to be 12 consecutive bad hair days, so I rocked a hat or a pony tail most of the time and didn't care too much about picture perfect hair! The hat was a must for sun protection anyway!


Wear moisture wicking clothing that will dry quickly. Don't forget to apply sunscreen often - not a "cool" tip, but definitely a necessity in the August heat.

 

[michelle1]

For my family of 4 we have 1 very small bag that we take turns carrying because it is too hot for large backpacks etc. The only things we carry are the camera, a few snacks, sunscreen and 2 ziplocks with wet wash cloths. I find the misty bottles a nuisance because I can't stand anything hanging around my neck and again, we don't like to carry too much. Soaking the cloth in cold water and wiping our necks and faces works wonders. Like the OP we don't carry water bottles but just ask for ice water and we rarely drink soda. Those frozen lemonades are very refreshing also! Wearing the right clothing makes all the difference also...it amazes me to see people wearing black clothing or jeans.

 

[kaos928]

Thanks guys!

 

[Peanut&Piglet'sMom]

We are going in August as well and I'm buying light color t-shirts for my DH who normally wears black, dark blue or darker green shirts.

Both of my girls have a mini-fan on their lanyards which I'm sure they'll share with us, if needed.

The ice-water from CS is a good tip! Carrying waterbottles can be a hassle! We bought a smaller back-pack this year that is actually a small cooler to store all of our things in!

 

[oddBotkins]

I used a cotton handkerchief. There cheap and come in many colors. Just add cool water from the water fountains, tie around neck and go. I'm not going down any red carpet, I'm having fun at Disney located in a hot, humidity laden spot on the planet, and its August. What's a little wet handkerchief. SURE FEELS GOOD and its reusable and easy to carry.

 

[The Hendies]

Adding to the handkerchief/bandanna idea.... get the bandanna wet, add a few ice cubes along the middle diagonal and fold into a triangle (ice inside). then roll down the triangle down to the point. THEN put it around your neck with the ice at the back of your neck. Stays cool as the ice melts.

 

[gatripletmom00]

eewww, I like these ideas! thanks!!!!

 

[gryerson]

My family and I are also going in August. Has anyone ever used the type of neck wrap, more commonly known as "cool neck wraps", where you soak in water for about an hour, and it is "supposed" to keep you cool for hours? Just wondering if they may be a viable option, or not worth the money.

 

[kaos928]

My family and I are also going in August. Has anyone ever used the type of neck wrap, more commonly known as "cool neck wraps", where you soak in water for about an hour, and it is "supposed" to keep you cool for hours? Just wondering if they may be a viable option, or not worth the money.

I hear you can make them for pretty cheap on your own with a bandanna and some bead-thingies from the gardening center at wal-mart

The seem viable b/c they are supposed to keep you cool via evaporation but I haven't actually tried them but I was going to see if I could make some for our trip and I'd love some other input as well!

 

[JoliBug]

The cool ties are a lifesaver. If they work in the rediculous heat of Iraq and Afganistan, I'm sure they will be sufficient in the Disney heat. My mom bought 3 for the soldiers she had adopted and they all were so thankful for them they each asked for at least one more so they could keep one soaking while htey used one for a few hours. She eneded up getting a few yards of fabric, some velcrow and some of the beads that go inside and made a whole bunch for everyone there. I was also the lucky recipient of a few although thankfully DH have not been deployed and haven't used them, but I've heard good stories.

Sorry if that was long, but I think these are great.

 

[sammielynn]

I have used the "cool neck things" but prefer a good old bandanna. The neck thing are hard to carry if you decide to take them off. We always go in May and it is generally not as hot at July and August. Those months I would take the "cool neck things".

 

[gryerson]

Thanks for the info! Where can you get the beads, and what are they called?

 

[Lori1960]

Walnmart sells the bandadas with the beads.Also QVC sometimes sells them

 

[jrico]

Has anyone tried a chilly pad? It looks like a towel that when you wet it gets cool. I bought one at a sporting good store by the baseball equipment.Not sure if it works yet . Will be trying it at disney in June.

 

[jinia]

We went last Aug. with a group of 8. Half loved the cooling neck things the other half hated them! We all loved the little misters. DH wore the wicking polos and raved about them the whole time! DS was in a stroller and is more heat sensitive (asthma) - so we got him the bigger pump mister and he loved it. Not only did it keep him cool and entertained all of the adults would stoop down so he could give them a spray . Drink a lot and keep your hair off your neck! I think a visor with a pony was perfect! Go out early and come back before afternoon and swim! Have lots of fun and pay attention to what your body says!

 

[Must C Mickey]

on your Epcot day, be sure and stop by Club Cool! they have free Coke samples from around the world.

 

[codenamejack]

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[Must C Mickey]

I hear "Beverly" is particularly refreshing.

I had previously been to the Coca Cola Museum in ATL so I knew about Beverly. But watching my neice and nephew try it w/o knowing was priceless to see the look on their faces. my husband and i lost it....

 

[boettj]

These are great suggestions. As someone that would probably melt completely into a pool of sweat, I have always wondered why anyone would go during the summer months?



Thank you