Security:

• Take advantage of your hotel safe. Don't take money or valuables to the beach and always keep an eye on your property - others might be doing so for the wrong reason!
• When walking along the pavement, ladies carry your handbag on the inside (away from the traffic).
• Don't buy from the carnation sellers - in fact give them a wide berth. On a similar note - don't be tempted to play the "Three Shell Game" - you will only lose!
• If travelling on the public bus to Palma or visiting one of the popular tourist markets, only take sufficient money for the occasion - leave all other valuables in the hotel safe.
• In the event of an emergency - including robbery - dial 122. The operators speak English.

Shopping:

• When entering a shop, try to say "hola" (hello) to the owner or assistant - the Spanish always appreciate this.
• Do carry some kind of identification with you if you intend paying by credit card - it is often required
• Be prepared to haggle a price at markets - you should get the price reduced for your efforts.

Fun In The Sun:

Although we have some of the safest beaches on the island, please take note of the flags! A GREEN flag indicates that it is SAFE to swim. A YELLOW flag indicates a WARNING - unless you are a strong swimmer don't do more than paddle. ON NO OCCASION SHOULD YOU ENTER THE SEA WHEN A RED FLAG IS FLYING!!! The sea may look safe, but there are some VERY STRONG UNDER-CURRENTS that can defeat even the strongest of swimmers. Every year people lose there lives as a result of ignoring the RED FLAG - DON'T DO IT!!

Do try and remember the following at all times:

• Do not swim after a meal or too many beers - severe cramp is one of the principal causes of drowning accidents.
• Parents - ALWAYS keep an eye on children, both in the sea and in swimming pools.
• Do your sunbathing GRADUALLY. The longer a tan takes to acquire, the longer it will last.
• Avoid the midday sun, especially during the first few days and always use a quality sun oil with U.V protection.
• REMEMBER to drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids to avoid dehydration. If you feel unwell (sickness, headaches and shivering) you may have sunstroke - get medical assistance STRAIGHT AWAY.