A vacation should always make you happy, but you might as well get as much as you can out of it. This psychological trick will help you feel even happier when you return from your vacation.

It's going to be a scorcher this week. Parts of Australia's south and east are tipped to be over 40 degrees in the coming days. If you're an business owner or manager, you should consider the wellbeing of your staff and the reliability of any work equipment during a heatwave. Being prepared is vital and we have some tips to help companies get ready for soaring temperatures.

This February, Australia has been beset by record heatwaves and the pain is set to continue in the days to come. Here's how to keep your home, car, pets and body as cool as possible without murdering your electricity bill in the process.

Strawberries are a very soft fruit and they can also spoil fast if you're not careful. To get the longest shelf life out of your strawberries, just follow these rules.

Summer is the perfect time to cook every course on your grill, including drinks. Add a smoky, caramelised flavour by using grilled fruit in your cocktails.

Whether enjoyed indoors or out, though, vodka-infused melon balls will be a hit at your next gathering.

There's a lot that goes into the perfect camping experience. Part of the joy is being away from modern conveniences, but that doesn't mean it has to be difficult. What is your favourite camping trick that makes the experience just a little more bearable?

It's hard to complain about a day at the beach, but sand can be a big pain. It sticks to your body and makes a mess in your car. To get it off easily, try baby powder.

If you plan on spending a lot of time outside this weekend, it's good to keep an eye out for heat-related illness. The New York Times describes what to watch out for.

Mangoes are objectively one of the best fruits in the world (see you in the comments), but they can be notoriously difficult to peel, due to how slippery they are inside. Here's how to skip the mess and get rid of those pesky skins in seconds.

Smoothies are a great way to beat the summer heat. Weblog The Kitchn recommends freezing your smoothie ingredients in individual serving bags to save you some time and ensure everything keeps properly.

Summer's beloved fruit, the watermelon, can be pretty messy to eat. Instead of serving the melon in traditional wedges, cut it into sticks -- easy finger foods.

There are lots of marinades you can use to enhace the flavour of your BBQ meats, but if you want them to come out tender rather than mushy, it's best to go with salty over acidic (which is why you should skip bottled salad dressing).

Cold-brewing is a great way to enjoy coffee on a hot day. We've shown you how to make it in a blender before, but this is a simple alternative.

When it comes to cooling down your car, it turns out there's really no more fuel-efficient way to do so than to roll your windows down. Yes, even on the highway.

There's nothing like a BBQ in your backyard once summer rolls around -- but it does get hot out there. To keep things cool, set up a DIY water misting rack on the cheap.

Running air conditioning can be very expensive, but you still need to cool down at night so you can sleep comfortably. Real Simple notes that a fan blowing air out of your room is better than one blowing in.

Inflatable pool toys are a pain to fill up, but they're an even bigger annoyance when you need to let the air out. Instead of pinching the air valve until your fingers fall off, you can stick a straw in there and deflate them with ease.

We've talked about how useful a bundle of fresh herbs can be as a basting brush while you're at the BBQ. BrightNest has another way you can use herbs as your secret weapon: Soak them and put them right on the BBQ. The smoke smells amazing, imparts flavours, and can even keep insects away.