Tips for During Your Stay

The best way to ensure a happy, healthy trip is to make sure that you remain aware of certain risks.

Alcohol and swimming NEVER mix.
Never swim straight after a meal; give yourself an hour's rest before heading into the water.
Never leave your possessions unattended.
Always check swimming pool depths before diving in.
Watch out for strong tides, currents and winds.
Always try to swim with others, especially in the sea.
Never fall asleep on an airbed in the sea.

Apply high factor protection creams at least half an hour before exposure to the sun.
Drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids.
Re-apply sunscreen every 2 hours; more often if it's windy, you're at high altitude, you're playing sport or you've been swimming.
Avoid sunbathing between 11am and 3pm.
Build up your exposure to the sun gradually. The lighter your complexion, the more slowly you should increase your exposure time.
Continue using sunscreen, even when you are tanned.
Always carry clothes and items that will protect you against the sun's rays, such as a long sleeved shirt, wide brimmed sun hat and sunglasses.

Avoid raw and rare meat or seafood, and re-heated or lukewarm food. If in any doubt; don't eat it.
Use bottled water for drinking and cleaning your teeth, and avoid drinks with ice in.

Use a good repellent to help avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
Keep arms and legs covered at night, but beware; dark colours attract mosquitoes.
Avoid touching or stroking stray dogs and cats.
If you do pet an animal, wash your hands as soon as possible afterwards.
If you are bitten by an animal, seek medical advice as soon as possible.