Summer has barely begun, but many popular destinations in Europe, Asia and the US have already been hit by record-breaking temperatures. For travelers, the heatwave means it's important to plan your activities wisely to avoid the worst of the heat.

Those traveling during the summer are advised to visit attractions early in the morning or later in the afternoon, take regular breaks in the shade, and make sure to drink enough fluids. In addition to drinking water, water-rich foods such as salads, melon, and grapes can help the body stay hydrated.

A classic holiday staple is ice cream – but in the high summer heat it often melts before it's eaten. In Turkey, there's a different option: ice cream, a traditional ice cream with a chewy and elastic texture that melts significantly slower than regular ice cream.

Dondurma is made from milk, salep – a flour made from orchid tubers – and mastic, a natural resin that gives the ice cream its characteristic texture. Among the most popular flavors are pistachio and sour cherry, classic flavors from the Mediterranean region.

Source.CNNTravel