Top Tip!
When you arrive in Ca'n Pastilla simply pick up our hard copy Guide Magazine, which is published monthly and available free of charge at many local outlets. Don't forget to mention that you've visited our website!

• 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.