Usually, when we talk of vacations, we immediately think about going to a beautiful island and enjoying the warmth of the sun and cool down by taking a dip at the beach. For some people thought, they would rather spend time in places like Switzerland and enjoy the white, cold snow all around. There's nothing wrong with spending your vacation in a cold climate. If this is relaxing for them, then so be it.

Anyways, no matter where you spend your vacation, be it in the Bahamas or in the Arctic, there are some things you need to remember and do. These are your survival tactics to be able to withstand the cold of the snow. To counter the coolness, you have to keep yourself warm.

Obviously, things will be pretty cold unless someone has invented snow that is warm. For the meantime, keep yourself toasty warm by drinking something hot all throughout your stay there. Things will get pretty chilly so even if you are just inside the room watching television or taking a hike up the snow-covered hills, make sure you have a tumbler full of warm coffee, milk or tea with you. Kids prefer a cup of hot mocha, milk or chocolate.

Or for your meals, make sure that you have something warm like a bowl of hot soup, clam chowder or porridge. Order your food a few minutes before you actually become hungry or want to eat it so that when it reaches your stomach, these would still be able to provide you that warm feeling. Having something warm to eat or drink keeps your insides warm which can help maintain your body's temperature and battle out the cold.

Apart from the warm survival food and beverages, protect your body as well with clothes that will preserve your body heat. Keep your head and face warm by using something like a beanie or a bonnet. Use a pair of mufflers or ear bands for your ears and even sun glasses or goggles to prevent the snow from sloshing into your eyes.

The key thing when it comes to clothing is to wear clothes by the layer. The one nearest your skin need not to be thick but it should still be able to keep you warm. The outer layer should consist of something made of really thick material such as jackets and coats, as well as the pants. Extra items to keep you warm are scarves and gloves, as well as socks with your boots. 

It is important to stay warm during the winter season or if you are somewhere cold and snowing. If you don't keep yourself warm, you will end up getting sick like cough and colds among other illnesses. So to be able to stay healthy and free from sickness, keep yourself warm and toasty by using the survival tips mentioned.