Your body is 2/3 water. This is because your bodily functions, the working of your organs and other medical-type stuff, are constantly putting a strain on your body's water stores. It's kind of like the water demands put on the city of Las Vegas in the summer time. Sometimes, there's just not enough to go around.

Golfer's, or any active person for that matter, are especially prone to the effects of dehydration. And with the incredible heat we've had this summer, more and more people are becoming victims of dehydration. Some of the symptoms we should look for on extremely hot, active days are: weakness, nausea, dizziness, cramping, headaches, blurred vision, and lack of urination. Here are a few tips to help you avoid dehydration during these dog days of summer:

1) Drink lots of water...duh. The easiest way to prevent and treat dehydration is to drink plenty of water, especially prior to venturing out on hot days, and during regular intervals during the day. For golfers, take a swig every hole. Facebook friends Eddie Garrison uses an electrolyte dissolvent called MYZ right in his water bottle while Todd Eric Pope drinks coconut water to replenish his fluid levels. Beer, or other alcoholic drinks, although may contain water, actually help promote dehydration. Save those for after the activity. Most people underestimate the amount of water they actually need and in fact, there are some 'geniuses' out there that believe drinking too much water will make them fat (water weight). Water does not contain any calories and will eventually find its way out of your body. Drink up.

2) Dress code in effect. Another Facebook friend Ramon Hernandez swears by his Adidas Climacool shirts and shorts. Whatever your brand of choice, wear loose-fit clothing and a hat. The advances in technology today allow our garments to wick away our perspiration and optimize our body's ability to retain water. Although sun umbrellas seem a tad effeminate or troublesome, they do protect you from the suns penetrating rays and will invariably keep you cool and hydrated.

3) Skip the cup'o'java. Caffeine is a natural diuretic to the body. That means it promotes water loss through peeing a lot. Although it may give you that 'zip' you need in the morning, on a hot day, skip the morning fix and instead, make yourself a smoothie or fruit drink. Your body will thank you and reward you later.

4) Avoiding all the above might send you to the ER. In that case, you probably will experience bouts of nausea, dizziness, and cramping. The nurse will stick a needle into your arm and hook you up to an IV for a few hours. Once you are able to stand up on your own two feet again, it still may be awhile before you experience the satisfying sensation of peeing. That's because your body is sucking up every ounce of water it can to function normally again. In this case, it is advised that you go home, get some rest, and read the first three tips of this article. Hopefully next time head the warnings. Stay hydrated my friends.

All-inclusive vacations have become more and more popular over the years, especially as a corporate incentive.  They have also come a long way.  The model of "All-Inclusive" originated back in the 1950s with ClubMed, founded by Gerald Blitz.  Since then, they've gone from very basic all-inclusive hotels to the stunning lavish resorts available today.  Several of these extravagant hotels cater to golfers and build award-winning courses right on the property.  Golf packages at these resorts offer not only the all-inclusive package at the hotel but also advance tee-time reservations and unlimited green fees.  What more could you ask for in a golf vacation?

All-inclusive holidays are also appealing because you pay once up-front.  That's it.  The flights, the transfers, the hotel, the food, the drinks and more - they're all-included.  For those on a budget, this is a worry-free vacation since there are no major additional expenses to worry about (of course you always want to purchase travel/medical insurance just in case!). There are several destinations that offer amazing courses but Mexico will get you the most bang for your buck.  Mexico is close, the weather is great (average of 70-80 degrees year round), and it offers more than just a golf trip.  It offers a culturally rewarding experience that you just aren't going to get in Florida or Arizona.

Sitting on the east side of the Yucatan Peninsula you'll find Cancun & the Mayan Riviera (or Riviera Maya), Mexico's most popular destination.  The area is known for its expansive all-inclusive resorts, smaller boutique hotels, many fine dining restaurants, and stunning white-sand beaches lined by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.  There are so many hotels to choose from but if golf is on the agenda, then the Palace Resorts may be your best bet.  Palace Resorts is a chain of luxury all-inclusive resorts in Cancun & the Mayan Riviera.  The largest is the Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort.  This 2438 room resort is located 10 minutes from Cancun International Airport and offers a fantastic 7165 yard par-72 Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf course right on the grounds called the Moon Palace Golf Club.  It is a challenging course that uses the local landscape of thick vegetation and wetlands but allows golfers of all skill levels to enjoy it with its four sets of tees.  One of their signature holes is No. 17; a 141-yard par-3 that plays to an island green.  Either you're dancin' on the green or you're in the drink!

With a golf package from the Palace Resorts you also have access to one of the top courses in the world - the Playacar Golf Club.  The Playacar Golf Club is located in Playa del Carmen's hotel zone knows as Playacar, 55 kms (35 miles) south of the Cancun International Airport.  This 18 hole course was designed by the world renowned Robert Von Hagge and is built amongst the lush foliage of the Yucatan Peninsula making it not only very beautiful but challenging as well.  Your all-inclusive package will follow you onto the course so go ahead and flag down that drink cart!  If you are not a guest of a Palace Resort you are still able to book a tee time and pay the green fees.  The Playacar Golf Club is the first course in Mexico to offer all-inclusive on the course.  Included in the green fees are drinks, snacks, and at the end of your round you can sit down to a burger and a beer at the clubhouse. 

No matter where you are in Mexico after a morning on the course you could slip into the pool or find a hammock on the beach and enjoy the facilities of your all-inclusive hotel - or, if you're up for adventure, you can go deep-sea fishing in Los Cabos, go on a jungle cruise in Puerto Vallarta, dive in the famous cenotes (underground rivers) in the Mayan Riviera or even visit Chichen Itza, one of the 7 wonders of the world, and discover the ancient civilization of the Mayan people.

So next time you are thinking of planning a golf getaway or corporate incentive retreat, why not consider one of the many golf resorts throughout Mexico?  Contact your travel agent or Canadian residents can visit www.sunquestvacations.ca.