Hanging around under chili peppers is a hot place to be. These flip flops spent a week in Arizona and Nevada decided some R&R in the shade was what they needed. If you are traveling in the heat here is this week’s travel tip:

When it’s hot, hot, hot!
Sightsee in early morning or late afternoon.
Don’t exercise or work in the heat of the day.
Wear loose-fitting, light coloured cottons and avoid synthetics.
Safeguard yourself from UVB and UVA rays with high-protection factor sunscreens, sun glasses and wide rim hats.
Take frequent cool but not icy showers.
Drink at least 10 liters of water daily. Light colored urine indicates that you are well hydrated. Carry bottled water with you if necessary.
Remember that coffee and alcohol tend to dehydrate.

More on the travels and escapes of the flip flops to come. Stay tuned.