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6 Ways to Stay Cool this Summer with Costco

Summer is here in its full, sweat-inducing glory. Before you book that B&B in Antarctica, know that Costco has everything you need to keep cool.

Here are six items sure to lure you away from your post at the freezer:

1. Ready-to-hang shade

If you're desperate for cover in a backyard that feels like the Sahara, a lightweight and portable shade is a brilliant quick-fix, providing a cool space with much-needed UV protection.

2. High-performance blender

Feeling parched? We fully support the making of a cool, cool beverage using a high-performance blender.

3. Frozen yogurt and sorbet maker

Don't scream for ice cream – just make it using a fully automated machine that will have your cones topped, your hands sticky and your tastebuds swooning.

As for clean-up? Minimal—like your cares.

Pro-Tip: Having a "gang's all here" kind of day? Spoon your favorite creation into cupcake liners, pop the liners into the freezer and voila—simple, single-serving desserts for you and yours.

4. Wine and beverage cooler

There's nothing worse than a warm beverage on an equally warm day. Avoid calamity by keeping your drink of choice (yes—wine included) stowed away in an ultra-insulated, touch-screen refrigerator.

Pro-Tip: A fully loaded cooler is the best kind of cooler. Keep your shelves stocked with a steady stream of sparkling water by making the switch to "homemade," especially because we've got flavors galore.

6. Portable air conditioner

Let's not forgot one of your most important warm-weather allies—the portable AC.

Opt for a highly programmable AC that likewise functions as a dehumidifier, a fan and a heater for a 4 in 1 win.

Pro-Tip: Program your AC to switch "off" during periods you're regularly absent from the house, and "on" just before you arrive home. You'll still be greeted by a cool home, but you'll be curbing energy costs, too.