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Bound for a honeymoon in Hawaii, the Caribbean, Tahiti, or one of the world's other fabulous tropical destinations? Lucky you!

 

Here are seven "absolute must" items to bring along:

 

 • Edible Bikini • Safe & Healthy Sunscreens • Portable Snorkel Kit •

• Stash-Your-Cash Sandals • Wide-Brimmed Sunhats • Aluminum Water Bottles •

 • An Erotic Alphabet •

Safe For you and the planet, too

 

 

From Left: Badger, California Baby, Mexitan, Soleo Organics, TruKid, UV Natural

 

If you're bound for a tropical island or other sunny destination on your honeymoon, be sure you're using a sunscreen that won't hurt you or the environment. The non-profit research Environmental Working Group (EWG) has rated more than 1,600 sunscreens--including well-known brands like Banana Boat, Coppertone, and Hawaiian Tropic--and found that most either offer inadequate protection and/or contain hazardous chemicals. And chemicals aren't just bad for your skin and your body; they're also bad for the planet. Sunscreen chemicals are particularly damaging to coral reefs, which are already suffering.

 

These sunscreens rank in EWG's top 10 safest for 2009:

• Soleo Organics Sunscreen: For adults and children, extrmely water resistant; covers both UV-A and UV-B; no synthetic preservatives; no artificial fragrances, petrochemicals, benzoates or titanium dioxide.

• Badger Balm Sunscreen: All natural ingredients; Paraben-free; minimum 60% USDA certified organic; water resistant.

• TruKid Sunny Days Sunscreen Facestick: All natural; Paraben-, SLS-, and phthalate-free; both UV-A and UV-B protection.

• UV Natural: Blocks UV A, B & C (short- to long-range UV rays); high levels of zinc oxide, antioxidants, and anti-aging oils; no PABA, parbens, chemical UV absorbers.

• Mexitan SPF 50 Biodegradable Suntan Lotion: Both UV-A and UV-B protection; no nanoparticles.

• California Baby SPF 30+ No Fragrance Sunblock Stick: PABA- and fragrance-free; perfect for pocket or purse; UVA-UVB protection; glides on smoothly.

 

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From the experts at U. S. Divers

 

This compact kit--mask, snorkel and fins in a handy snorkeling bag--contains everything you'll need to explore coral reefs and exotic sea life in Hawaii, Jamaica, Tahiti, or whatever island paradise you choose for a honeymoon. Comes in Red, Black, or Blue and a variety of sizes for men and women. Price: About $70. Highlights:

• The St. Tropez LX Mask is a single-window silicone mask with a safe tempered-glass lens

• The Seabreeze Snorkel has a comfortable silicon mouthpiece and an easy-clear purge valve

• The comfortabale Trek Travel Fins have a soft and flexible foot pocket; the design maximizes kick efficiency and power

• The snorkeling bag contains mesh panels for drainage & ventilation, and comes with a shoulder strap.

  Buy or learn more about The U.S. Divers St. Tropez Mask, SeaBreeze Snorkel, Trek Travel Fins & Snorkeling Bag

 

 

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Stash Sandals hide your key, money and ID

Just what you need for a carefree stroll on the beach or a few hours at the pool: sandals with a hidden compartment in the heel to tuck away your ID, credit card, money and/or room key. What could be easier--or better?

 

Stash sandals come in a wide variety of fabrics, styles, colors, and sizes for both men and women. Prices range from $25-$45

 

  See different models, learn more about, or buy Reef Stash Sandals

 

 

 

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Coolibar's packable, stylish sun protection for men and women

 

 

The sun grows increasingly powerful the closer you get to the Equator, so on a tropical getaway you'll want to protect your skin with plenty of good-quality sunscreen and a broad-brimmed hat.

 

For Women: Coolibar's packable sun hat for women (above, left), has a 4" brim and is rated up to 50+ UBF. Full lining ensures maximum sun protection. Lightweight and made of breathable polyester "straw," this hat can be folded and stowed into your suitcase and emerge unscathed. Best thing: it looks great! Comes in seven colors, including White, Sage, and Natural. About $30. Many other styles are available.

 

  Buy or learn more about the Coolibar UPF 50+ Women's Packable Wide Brim Sun Hat.

 

For Men: Handsome, crushable, and travel-friendly, this ventilated canvas hat (above, right) is rated 50+ UPF, has a 3" brim to provide great UV protection, and offers a ventilated crown for maximum comfort. An internal elastic band and adjustable chin cord holds the hat firmly in place, even on a windy day. Natural only, about $40.

 

  Buy or learn more about the Coolibar UPF 50+ Men's Crushable Ventilated Canvas Sun Hat.

 

 

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Sigg Traveler Classic 1-Liter Water Bottle

Here's an item you'll use on all your travels and on day treks at home, too. With all the health questions surrounding the chemicals in plastic, there's a strong reason to opt for an aluminum water bottle these days, and you can't find a better one than Sigg. This ultra-stylish, Swiss-engineered bottle  holds more than 33 ounces (1 liter) of fluid and will help keep you hydrated all through your honeymoon.

 

Made from a single piece of alumninum and designed for travel, the Sigg Traveler Classic is rough 'n tough and crack-resistant, but lightweight.  The non-toxic lining is resistant to leaching, and the interior is taste- and scent-neutral. It can be used not just for water, but for fizzy drinks and fruit juice. The screw-top loop bottle cap hooks to daybacks or backpacks. The seal is 100% leak-proof. Comes in Blue, Green, Red, Smoked Pearl, Violet, and Silver. About $20.

 

  Learn more about (or buy) the Sigg Traveler Classic Water Bottle (1.0-Liters)

 

 

 

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At Last: An ABC's for Grownups

 

This slim, delightful, and beautifully-illustrated volume of verse celebrates eroticism in all its forms.  From silly to sensual, playful to X-rated, Laurie McQueen’s wry rhymes will leave you laughing and longing for more. Perfect honeymoon reading!

Two sample pages, T and U:

T is for the testicle—
It, too, needs some attention.
Mother Nature’s miracle
Of marvelous suspension.

U is for your undies—
What goes up when they come down?
I have a week of Sundays
The rest are scattered across town.

As author Laurie McQueen states:

You never heard these from Mother Goose;
Perhaps they are too naughty.
But please don’t think them lewd or loose
Just because they’re bawdy.

 

  Learn more about (or buy) An Erotic Alphabet.

 

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