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Finding the Perfect Sun Protection for a Mediterranean Cruise

I was preparing for a Mediterranean cruise, and knowing that I’d be spending a lot of time outside, I needed to find some reliable sun protection for myself and my wife. I’m a handsomely bald man, and my wife wears cochlear implants, so we were hoping to find sun-protective headwear that looked cool and stylish while also being functional.

Discovering Nammu UV Swim Hats: A Canadian Gem

We planned to go on several offshore excursions for ocean swimming, snorkelling, and maybe even wave surfing. With a few weeks left before our departure, I began searching online for the best sun-protective hats. I typed in “swimming with cochlear implants” and came across a Canadian company called Nammu Hats. Intrigued, I decided to give them a call to ask a few questions.

A friendly chap answered right away and explained everything I needed to know. He recommended ordering four different Nammu hats: two ocean blue hats with ear flaps and visors, and two with extra UV protection but no visors. He suggested not using a visor for snorkeling, but mentioned that the neck protection would be beneficial when we were looking into the water. He also advised me to order an extra-large size for myself, as my head circumference is over 22 inches. The Nammu hats were designed to work comfortably with cochlear implants, and the snorkel mask fits well just below the sun hat.

A Fast Delivery and a Stylish Solution

A week later, my order arrived here in Alabama, much faster than I expected. We tried them on immediately and found them comfortable in every way. The hats also feature a tie at the back for added support. When we finally reached our destination in Spain and boarded the ship, we made sure to wear our Nammu hats whenever we were exposed to the sun.

Enjoying the Cruise with Confidence

We wore our Nammu hats for long periods of time during various activities, including swimming, hiking, and walking through villages. The hats were not only functional but also stylish—other travelers even approached us to ask about them and compliment us on how fun and stylish we looked. Most importantly, we felt safe knowing that we were protected from the sun and wouldn’t get burnt. I’m so glad we found this simple yet effective product as we plan on doing a lot more traveling in the future.