bikinis at most pools just ask first if there is a dress code for it...some places, such as the diplomat club do not allow bikinis.

As far as the shorts and tank tops...sure you can drive in them to the beach..I do, too, BUT...I always carry a short sleeved top and capri pants with me just in case of an accident. You don't want to be standing on the side of the road trying to talk to the other person, in your shorts and tank top or you'll cause another accident.

As far as long sleeved tops and long pants...you can wear short sleeves and pants can be capris or long shorts...its not as miserable as everyone back home makes it out to be...but if you are that concerned...take Diamond's advice and stay in America...

If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you; that is the main difference between a dog and man.
-Mark Twain-