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19 Ways To Have A Fun, Fearless Summer
Throw your bikini on and get ready to rock this sunny season, Cosmo-style.
Posted on March 13, 2010 08:00 am by Lynya Floyd
Photo: from "Sex and the City" courtesy of New Line Cinema
Posted on March 13, 2010 08:00 am by Lynya Floyd
Photo: from "Sex and the City" courtesy of New Line Cinema
Ever wonder why summer puts you in such a sexy, party-lovin' state of mind? Okay, getting to ogle buff, bare-chested hunks is pretty great. But we're also biologically hardwired to get amped up during these warm-weather months. "It's the end of a hibernation effect," explains David Watson, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of Iowa. "As the days get longer, our bodies become more active and energetic." Don't know what to do with that extra adrenaline? We've compiled the steamiest, most pleasure-packed ways you can make the most of the season. The fun starts now!
1. Take A Road Trip.
Map? Check. Full tank? Check. iPod? Check. Top down? Hell, yeah! Then pack your bag and visit a nearby resort this weekend. Not sure where to go? "Think about what fantasy adventure you've been dying to try," suggests Cameron Tuttle, author of The Bad Girl's Guide to the Open Road. Head to Tagaytay or Subic to check out the local casinos, or make like a groupie and catch every leg of your favorite band's tour.
2. Have A Vacation Fling.
The benefits of a temporary tryst with Mr. Right Now? It's one hundred percent fun with zero percent commitment. That's what Julie, 29, discovered while on vacation in Bora. "I hooked up with this gorgeous British guy," she remembers. "Since it was a one time thing, we didn't need to talk about it, which was part of the thrillâÂÂno relationship drama!" And if you're not leaving town, just scope out the cute balikbayans visiting your town and show an out-of-towner a good time.
3. Shag Under The Stars.
Summer nights supply the perfect temperature to add outdoor sex to your randy repertoire. "The thrill of doing something forbidden and the fear of getting caught can make the sex so much more exciting," says Joy Davidson, PhD, author of Fearless Sex. "And feeling the air on your body lets you experience touch more acutely. It's more primal."
4. Go Aqua.
Teal, turquoise, ultramarine...they're hot shades that never go out of fashion, but don't stop there. Sip a refreshing blue Curacao cocktail, eat bubblegum ice cream, or buy cool aqua-hued pillowcases. "Every color has a unique impact on your mood," says Leatrice Eiseman, author of The Color Answer Book. "Greenish blue is relaxing, while yellow-green energizes you."
5. Harness Flower Power.
Don't have a plot of land to garden? No big deal. You have a window, don't you? Plant herbs in flower pots, and sun them on your sill. "Basil, oregano, and thyme grow the best," says Aaron Kurdyla of High Tech Landscaping, in New Jersey.
6. Have A Leisurely Lunchâ¦Al Fresco.
The days of desktop dining are finally over. With the warmer weather, you're more likely to want to go out. So hook up with a group of girlfriends at a sidewalk cafe. Besides catching some workday rays, "midday breaks are extremely important for re-energizing yourself," explains Watson. "In order to de-stress, it's crucial to change your environment and escape your normal worries and responsibilities."
7. Enjoy An Extra 20 Morning Minutes.
Give your strands a break from the rising summer heat by finger-combing a dab of smoothing cream through your toweled-off tresses, tying them in a loose bun, and heading out the door for an air-dry. Not only will you be able to snag some extra snooze time, but you'll have gorgeous frizz-free waves when you let your hair down at the office.
8. Ogle The Eye Candy.
Don't be shy about checking out all the six-packed, shirtless studs playing beach volleyball or tossing around a Frisbee in the park. And if a hot hunk just happens to catch you enjoying the, ahem, view, flash him a smile and you'll make his day.
9. Read A Trashy Novel.
Get over feeling like your summer-lit hit list has to translate into brainy cocktail-party conversation. Instead, pick up a page-turner that's purely for pleasure, whether it's a bodice-ripping steamy romance or a nail-biting murder mystery. Two Cosmo-recommended reads: Star Craving Mad, by Elise Abrams Miller, and Dead Sexy, by Kathy Lette.
1. Take A Road Trip.
Map? Check. Full tank? Check. iPod? Check. Top down? Hell, yeah! Then pack your bag and visit a nearby resort this weekend. Not sure where to go? "Think about what fantasy adventure you've been dying to try," suggests Cameron Tuttle, author of The Bad Girl's Guide to the Open Road. Head to Tagaytay or Subic to check out the local casinos, or make like a groupie and catch every leg of your favorite band's tour.
2. Have A Vacation Fling.
The benefits of a temporary tryst with Mr. Right Now? It's one hundred percent fun with zero percent commitment. That's what Julie, 29, discovered while on vacation in Bora. "I hooked up with this gorgeous British guy," she remembers. "Since it was a one time thing, we didn't need to talk about it, which was part of the thrillâÂÂno relationship drama!" And if you're not leaving town, just scope out the cute balikbayans visiting your town and show an out-of-towner a good time.
3. Shag Under The Stars.
Summer nights supply the perfect temperature to add outdoor sex to your randy repertoire. "The thrill of doing something forbidden and the fear of getting caught can make the sex so much more exciting," says Joy Davidson, PhD, author of Fearless Sex. "And feeling the air on your body lets you experience touch more acutely. It's more primal."
4. Go Aqua.
Teal, turquoise, ultramarine...they're hot shades that never go out of fashion, but don't stop there. Sip a refreshing blue Curacao cocktail, eat bubblegum ice cream, or buy cool aqua-hued pillowcases. "Every color has a unique impact on your mood," says Leatrice Eiseman, author of The Color Answer Book. "Greenish blue is relaxing, while yellow-green energizes you."
5. Harness Flower Power.
Don't have a plot of land to garden? No big deal. You have a window, don't you? Plant herbs in flower pots, and sun them on your sill. "Basil, oregano, and thyme grow the best," says Aaron Kurdyla of High Tech Landscaping, in New Jersey.
6. Have A Leisurely Lunchâ¦Al Fresco.
The days of desktop dining are finally over. With the warmer weather, you're more likely to want to go out. So hook up with a group of girlfriends at a sidewalk cafe. Besides catching some workday rays, "midday breaks are extremely important for re-energizing yourself," explains Watson. "In order to de-stress, it's crucial to change your environment and escape your normal worries and responsibilities."
7. Enjoy An Extra 20 Morning Minutes.
Give your strands a break from the rising summer heat by finger-combing a dab of smoothing cream through your toweled-off tresses, tying them in a loose bun, and heading out the door for an air-dry. Not only will you be able to snag some extra snooze time, but you'll have gorgeous frizz-free waves when you let your hair down at the office.
8. Ogle The Eye Candy.
Don't be shy about checking out all the six-packed, shirtless studs playing beach volleyball or tossing around a Frisbee in the park. And if a hot hunk just happens to catch you enjoying the, ahem, view, flash him a smile and you'll make his day.
9. Read A Trashy Novel.
Get over feeling like your summer-lit hit list has to translate into brainy cocktail-party conversation. Instead, pick up a page-turner that's purely for pleasure, whether it's a bodice-ripping steamy romance or a nail-biting murder mystery. Two Cosmo-recommended reads: Star Craving Mad, by Elise Abrams Miller, and Dead Sexy, by Kathy Lette.
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15. i want to try no.13..hahaha :)
May 13, 2010 at 12:16 pm report abuse -
14. number 3 is a must-try hahaha!!!! great one Cosmo!!!
March 20, 2010 at 09:25 am report abuse -
13. nice :D i really love summer
March 16, 2010 at 07:21 pm report abuse -
12. 12. Great article!!
March 15, 2010 at 04:23 pm report abuse -
11. cool article! might try some of 'em soon! :)
March 15, 2010 at 09:36 am report abuse -
10. How can I do #3? I don't even have a boyfriend! haha
March 13, 2010 at 08:56 pm report abuse -
9. 9. i wanna try some of these lalo na yng mga di ko pa na experience
March 13, 2010 at 08:49 pm report abuse -
8. i'll look for a summer fling.haha!!
March 13, 2010 at 01:05 pm report abuse -
7. weee.. love it! i wanna make this summer worth remembering..:)
March 13, 2010 at 11:02 am report abuse -
6. 6.Have a vacation fling --- malabo yata to for me.
March 13, 2010 at 10:06 am report abuse -
5. I wanna do all this summer vacation!=)
March 13, 2010 at 09:59 am report abuse -
4. Eat bubblegum ice cream... hmmm where can i found one? Good morning cosmo girls
March 13, 2010 at 09:48 am report abuse -
3. Enjoy summer with your girl friends. Have fun, fab summer cosmo girl.
March 13, 2010 at 09:35 am report abuse -
2. Have a vacation fling! It's on list.haha :)
March 13, 2010 at 09:16 am report abuse -
1. I love this article so much. It's all about enjoying and doing something new. :) Happy weekends!
March 13, 2010 at 08:04 am report abuse
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