Hitting the Road This Summer?Don't Forget the Essentials!

Imagine this: you’re heading out for one more summer road trip, the weather’s great, you’ve hit the open highway, the summer playlist is blasting — but then, a sudden wave of panic hits. You reach into your bag to grab a refreshing drink and realize… you left something crucial at home You forgot an essential part of any well-hydrated road trip: a stash of Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water®!

And beyond just being frustrating, these little mental slip-ups can come with a real cost: 42% of travelers say forgetting essentials negatively impacted their trip, leading to extra spending (27%), buying substitute products (25%), and simply not feeling their best (10%).

The good news? We’re learning from our mistakes! An overwhelming 89% of Americans are striving to be more prepared than ever for summer travel.

Why Hydration Falls Off the Packing List

When we travel and get out of our usual routines, healthy habits often go right out the window.

According to the survey, travel leads to:

• 51% of Americans ignore healthy eating

• 65% more snacking than usual

• 31% of people drop their regular hydration habits

In fact, 40% of Americans find it tough to stay hydrated while traveling. Why? For 32%, it's breaking away from their daily rhythm, while 31% simply forget because they are busy having fun or exploring new sights. Only 22% actively monitor their daily intake.

To make matters trickier, destination water quality is a major concern: 65% of travelers worry about the tap or sink water quality at their destination. In response, 72% rely on bottled water when traveling, with 35% purchasing it the moment they arrive. Many even take extra precautions—29% use bottled water instead of tap water just to brush their teeth!

Channel Your Inner “Mom Friend”

Every successful road trip needs a hero. Many travel groups these days feature a designated “mom friend”— and whether they’re biological moms or just the hyper-prepared glue holding the group together, "mom friends" keep everyone happy and healthy by:

• Keeping handy supplies like napkins and bandaids nearby 

• Reminding everyone to eat and drink regularly 

• Offering solid travel advice and help navigating

• Curating a perfect road trip playlist 
  

This summer, take your inner “mom friend” to the next level by packing a dedicated Hydration & Essentials Cooler with items like water, snacks, bandages, and more before you even back out of the driveway. 

Top 4 Tips to Prep for a Seamless, Hydrated Summer Trip

1. Pack Your Spring Water First: Avoid overpriced convenience stops by stocking up on Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water® before leaving. Bottled directly at mountain spring sources, it delivers natural minerals and crisp, refreshing taste — wherever your road trip leads.

2. Set Hydration Reminders: Set gentle phone alarms or use a tracking app to log your water intake throughout long drives.

3. Use a Checklist for Top Forget-ables: Double-check chargers, sunscreen, daily medications, and water supplies before zipping your bags.

4. Research Tap Quality Ahead of Time: Know what to expect from the local water sources at your hotel or campsite so you can plan water usage accordingly for drinking and personal hygiene.
   

Everyone knows that summer brings travel and fun, but it also brings higher temperatures and a greater chance for dehydration. With so many Americans concerned about consuming tap water or forgetting to drink water in general, planning ahead for how much water you will need based on your summer road trip itinerary is key. 

Don't let forgotten essentials derail your vacation momentum — stock up on Crystal Geyser® Alpine Spring Water®, keep your cool, and enjoy every mile of the journey!