Health and Safety: Accommodation

It's been a long time coming, unless you booked something Last-minute (we've all been there), but whether it's been months in the making or an overnight whip around, you'll be dying to pull up to your accommodation and get your jolly started! The beach has your name written all over it, but first things first, you've gotta check out your digs, and we've got a few tips to keep in mind from check in to check out.

Be aware, stay safe and rest easy

• Follow the safety advice provided by your hotel, apartment or villa. If you notice any hazards or defective equipment, report them to reception as soon as possible.

• If available, use a safety deposit box for your cash, travel documents, passports, jewellery and other valuables - it pays to be safe folks.

• Keep your door locked, even when you’re inside (seems like a no brainer, but worth noting), and don’t leave windows or patio doors open - just like you wouldn't at home.

• Take care in bright sunlight, as it might be hard to tell whether glass windows and patio doors are open or closed.

• Never leave children unsupervised. Be extra watchful if your accommodation includes a balcony, and keep any balcony furniture away from the edge of the railings.

• Don’t lean over, sit on or climb the balcony wall or railings. Don’t pass things between balconies or try to climb from one balcony to another. Never jump from a balcony into a swimming pool (we reckon this goes without saying).

Fire safety

If a fire occurs:

• Get out immediately. Don’t stop to grab your personal belongings and use the escape route that’s nearest to you

• Close doors behind you

• Raise the alarm

• In the unlikely event that you can’t leave your room, close all doors, put wet towels or clothes around the door seals, telephone reception and shout for help from the window