Useful Information
Change money at a reputable looking location, use your own (or the hotel's) calculator before changing!
Put on loads of High Factor Waterproof Sun Cream (especially if you intend to spend a lot of time in the water as the heat index is strong).
Drink a lot of bottled water and eat a lot of fresh fruit - do your body a favor. ...be careful with your belongings at all times. Crime is on the increase as the Credit Crunch bites and can ruin your holiday. Cases of burglary are on the rise, so leave important documents in your hotel safe and wear your bag across your shoulders!
Respect the slow pace of traffic when stuck in it, i.e. don't honk!
Haggle when buying (except on price-tagged goods.)
Buy 'Imodium' to relieve bouts of indigestion.
Use anti-mosquitoes lotion or spray at night
Don’t forget to take your passport (or a photocopy of your ID)
Don’t swim outside designated swimming areas on the beach, currents can be very strong. Swim between the red and yellow flags.
Don’t do drugs – this can really spoil a good vacation, if caught!
Don’t forget to put a little extra salt on your food & drink water - you will probably sweat a lot.
