It’s Plastic Free July and so we’ve asked the HYDAWAY team how they reduce their plastic waste in their everyday lives. In this blog, you will find tips on how you can help reduce plastic waste. Niki, HYDAWAY Founder “Here are my go-to habits…” Use reusable shopping bags every time. If I forget, I park the cart and go …
The Impact of Single-Use Paper and Plastic Cups
COVID-19 has brought back single-use plastics. Cities that once banned certain single-use items have now pulled back policies that once prevented these items from being handed out in restaurants and stores. The social norms of bringing your own bag, cup, and bottle quickly dissolved into a thing of the past. You now may not think about the effects that something …
How You Can Help In Plastic Free July
Ready to kick your single-use plastic habit? Us too. There’s no better time than Plastic Free July to start a new routine that eliminates single-use plastic from your lifestyle. In this blog, we will be sharing tips for participating in Plastic Free July and ways you reduce your plastic waste year-round. Take the Challenge Plastic Free July is a global …
It’s Time to Make a Stand Against Racism
Here at Hydaway, we have been watching, listening, and learning from our Black friends. Our hearts have felt shattered watching members of our own community live through this time in our history. We know it’s part of our responsibility to better serve the Black community. We stand for diversity and inclusivity in our space and we recognize that we can’t …
6 Ways to Get Outside While Social Distancing
Even when practicing social distancing, getting exercise and fresh air should still be a part of your daily routine. With many of us now working from home, it can be a great time to do the things you love the most. While we need to keep physical distance from each other, we don’t need to shut ourselves inside. Getting outdoors …
6 Ways to be Eco-Friendly During Festivals
Festival season is approaching and I couldn’t be more excited! Eating, drinking, and dancing our way through the Palm Desert is a dream. Unfortunately, though, festivals tend to not consider sustainability or the size of their carbon footprint while they all attending. Many major festivals have recently announced new sustainability initiatives that help take responsibility for their impact on the …
7 Outdoor Date Ideas for Adventurous Couples
If you’re like me, you think that Hallmark movies are cheesy and set completely unrealistic expectations. Rather than dinner and a movie, my family is choosing to opt outside this Valentines’ Day. Here are a few of the most romantic recommendations for all the other adventurous couples out there. Visit a National Park There’s a reason this one is at …
5 Thankful Projects For Kids
By HYDAWAY brand ambassador, Dana Foley One of my favorite memories of my son is from when he was in preschool. All the sweet preschoolers had a cut out of a fall-themed silhouette and were asked what they were thankful for by a teacher. Each child’s name was on the cutout and a cornucopia was arranged outside the classroom. As …
Benefits of Travel Insurance
It’s vacation time You’ve scrimped and saved by skipping drinks with friends, budgeted like a hawk and maybe even taken on side jobs to sock away some extra cash. You’ve mapped out vacation time and family commitments to find just enough PTO. And — arguably most importantly — you’ve got the perfect destination picked out and have been daydreaming about …
5 Ways to Improve Your Productivity Efficiency at Work
By: Jessi Daly “Am I in the mood for lasagna or chicken parm for dinner tonight? Do I hit the gym or catch up on Interior Design Masters once I get off work?” Yeah, if you’re anything like me, these questions may have crossed your mind a time or two while gazing out your window at work. Chances are, you’re …