Sometimes the heat of the city makes stepping outside unbearable. The humidity causes hair to instantly frizz, and the subway smells like sweat. So what’s a girl to do?

Hit the beach!

Just an hour outside of manhattan, Tobay on Long Island is the perfect one day get away. Pack your Andi with a towel, sunscreen, iPod and some good summer fluff reading and hop on a train or bus. Can’t you feel the rays on your skin and sand in your toes already?