A season for having more fun than you probably should

9 Spray-On Sunscreens That Make Avoiding Sun Damage Easy

No extra set of hands required.

6 Bottles of Sparkling Wine for Summer Boozing

As recommended by the owner of New York’s latest Champagne boîte.

Wear a Sexy One-Piece Swimsuit to Lounge on Your Roof

Because not everyone lives near a beach.

How Do You Solve a Problem Like Chub Rub?

There are, actually, quite a few good solutions.

This Berry Pudding Is the Perfect Midsummer Dessert

Fresh raspberries and rich pound cake combine to make a simple-but-beautiful way to end a meal.

Visit Staten Island Beaches This Summer

A guide to easy in-the-city getaways.

Spend Time With Nature on Nantucket Island

Visit the island like a local.

Take a Family Trip to Biddeford Pool, Maine

When you need a well-made drink with a breathtaking view to match.

I’ve Worn These Sandals Every Summer Since Freshman Year of College

The residents of Biddeford Pool don’t want you to know about their bucolic beach town.

How to Choose the Right TV Show for Your Summer Plans

From Bloodline to Younger, we’re here to help you pick the TV show that fits your summer.

Is the Summer Pop-Cultural Experience Still Defined by Movies?

Summer is still the season of the big-screen blockbuster. But TV and year-round tentpole releases are changing things a little.

What New Yorkers Have Planned for Summer

Clam-digging in the North Fork, inner-tubing down the Delaware River, taking hallucinogens on Fire Island, and more.

The Absolute Best Frozen Drink in New York

To cool you down this summer, preferably in a bar backyard or on a beach-bar patio.

You Can Buy a Chic One-Piece Swimsuit for Under $100

From a slinky red Baywatch maillot to a simple black bandeau, there are plenty of options.

NYC’s Best Beaches

How and why to visit the best beaches in the New York area.

What Are the Best Sunscreens?

We scope out the best spray, chemical-free, and acne-friendly versions.

Summer Music Preview

Plus releases from Grizzly Bear, SZA, Wiki, a Broken Social Scene reunion, and two Shabazz Palaces albums.

10 Surprising Things to Wear Over a Bathing Suit

No terrycloth, no problem.

This $25 Beach Towel on Amazon Has Amazing Reviews

Hundreds of people have given it a 4.5-star rating.

The Absolute Best Rooftop Bar in New York

When you need a well-made drink with a breathtaking view to match.