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Gearing up for that warm weather vacation? Whether your travels take you to Miami or the Maldives, the Bahamas or St. Barth’s there’s one item that is an absolute must-have sunscreen! Rather than fuss with messy travel bottles, fun in the sun favorites NO-AD and Bullfrog offer an easy and portable solution in the form of solid, stick format sunscreens. You’ll definitely want to pack these TSA friendly sticks right along with your bikini and swim trunks!

NO-AD Sport Body & Face Stick

Super convenient for on-the-go active lifestyle. Wide-format stick applies smoothly and quickly. Keeps hands clean and ready for any sport or outdoor activity. Ultra-lightweight formula goes on clear with no white mess. Water-resistant (80 minutes), broad-spectrum SPF 50 sun protection. Great for the body, yet gentle and light enough for the face. Fragrance-free, nonirritating formula is great for sensitive skin. Same quantity as national brands for a value price.

NO-AD Sport Body & Face Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 1.5 oz. MSRP $6.99. Available at Drugstore.com

Top Pick: BullFrog Water Armor Sport Quik Stick

If your vacation pursuits tend more towards the active than sipping tropical drinks by the pool, you¹re going to want BullFrog Quik Stik in your arsenal!

Lightweight, non-greasy, clear zinc formula is fast absorbing and leaves no white residue. Sweat- and water-resistant (80 minutes), broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection is great for sun, surf, and snow. Convenient, no-mess application allows for portable on-the-go coverage for face, nose, lips, ears or scalp. No PABA, Paraben, Avobenzone or Oxybenzone.Fragrance-free and hypoallergenic. Non-irritating, good for sensitive skin. Light on the skin to move with you, not weigh you down. With BullFrog Quik Stik in your pack, you’re ready for adventure faster whether you hit the beach, slopes or the hiking trail!

BullFrog Water Armor Sport Quik Stik SPF 50 .65 oz. MSRP $ 7.49. Available at Walmart.com

BullFrog Water Armor Sport Instacool Lip Balm

Don’t forget about your lips in the sun!

Moisturizes, cools, and protects your lips through any climate. Powerful water-resistant (80 minutes), broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 50 protection is strong enough to keep up with rugged, outdoor lifestyles. Packed with powerful ingredients. Aloe vera reduces inflammation. Avocado oil and jojoba oil, rich in antioxidants, moisturize lips. Cocoa butter offers deep hydration. Vitamin E aids in moisture retention. Grapefruit flavor with cooling menthol sensation.

BullFrog Water Armor Sport Lip Balm with InstaCool SPF 50 .15 oz. MSRP $1.99. Available at Drugstore.com

Ocean Potion Moisturizing Lip Potion SPF 45

This all-season Moisturizing Lip Sunscreen SPF 45 offers the most effective protection for lips and other sensitive areas. Made with rich conditioners to help keep the lips soft and smooth. Contains Aloe Vera to reduce inflammation. Water resistant and great for year round use. Has a yummy orange/vanilla flavor!

Ocean Potion Moisturizing Lip Potion SPF 45 .15 oz. MSRP $1.99. Available at Drugstore.com

On Wednesday night, I found myself laughing, hugging, cheering, sipping on Brugal Rum cocktails, and jamming to some serious tunes by The Sattalites, Brendan Canning of Broken Social Scene and Cookie Duster. Ah Sey One is part of the Sceneopolis TO event series, and was hosted by Cameron Bailey, who I’m told is “reggae aficionado,” however most of you know him as the artistic director of the Toronto Film Festival (TIFF).

Sweet sweet reggae music!

It was truly an awesome evening, the Sattalites gave us a lesson on the basics of reggae music from ska to dancehall, and they even touched on how rhythms differ, dub technology and the context of every genre in between songs.

I don’t normally drink rum… BUT… I will gladly sip on some Brugral Rum!

There seemed to be an endless supply of delicious Jamaican inspired food and drinks provided by Harlem Restaurant, I mean mini-rotis, jerk chicken quesadillas, sweet potato spring rolls… yum! But what’s good food without good drink? We sipped on tasty Brugal Rum cocktails while eating, and rocking the night away, t’was wonderful!