Explore tourist destinations at night
According to Huw, between 12 and 7 pm the weather is sometimes too hot to be outside, so it’s best to rest and take shelter. “In terms of taking precautions against the heat, it’s best to do as many Europeans do and rearrange their day,” he said.
Meanwhile, morning or evening, until early morning, are the coolest times. This is the best time to go for a walk and escape the heat. Even though sleep at night may be shorter, you can increase sleep time during the day. After taking a nap, tourists can head back out to explore tourist destinations after sunset.
In European destinations with hotter climates, most tourist attractions are usually open until the afternoon. Most bars and restaurants usually only open around 9 pm. In addition, walking outside at night will be more comfortable, tourists can see some local landmarks which might look more beautiful in the moonlight.
Indoor tourist attraction
Meanwhile, to avoid exposure to sunlight, tourists can spend time visiting indoor attractions during the day. Such as art galleries and museums, enjoying local culinary delights in restaurants, or visiting craft and souvenir shops.
“There’s a tendency to feel as though you have to be outside when on holiday, but during a heatwave it’s important to spend a few hours a day indoors or in the shade,” he said as quoted by the Express UK page.
Fluid intake
Huw Owen also reminded us to maintain our fluid intake. Try to drink more water than usual, about three liters per day. Bring a water bottle to fill up with water, because several European countries such as Rome and Milan have many free water points scattered throughout the city.
When trying local drinks, tourists should avoid drinking too much alcohol when the temperature is very high. “Alcohol immediately makes you dehydrated, which can lead to sunstroke if you drink water to replace body fluids,” he said.
