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Many people like the beach and enjoy sunbathing and swimming. Both can be hugely enjoyable provided that some sensible precautions are taken. Here are 10 safety issues to consider when visiting the beach:

1. Do not swim where there is a red flag flying. This means danger and there may be strong undercurrents that can overcome even the strongest swimmer. Never underestimate the power of the sea.

2. Never let children out on inflatable boats that are not tethered by rope to the shore as the wind or currents can quickly whisk them away. Alternatively, ensure that they are accompanied by a string adult
swimmer.

3. If you are swimming in a bay or cove make sure you have read the tide table so you know when high tide will be. Every year many people have to be rescued, cut off by the tide as they failed to realise the
speed at which it can come in.

4. If you enjoy diving make sure the water you intend to dive into is deep enough. Obvious though this may sound, there are numerous accidents every year where people dive into shallow water or water with
hidden rocks and suffer serious injury or even death.

5. Always use a high factor sun cream or sun protection clothing and wear sunglasses as the sun can cause damage to eyes even when they eyes are closed. Even in the UK the sun can be strong at midday and early
afternoon. Skin cancer can be triggered by excessive unprotected
sunbathing and can take many years to develop. If you sunbathe without
suitable protection when you are young, you may be storing up problems
for the future. Those with fair skin or freckles should avoid the sun
completely in the middle of the day. It is advisable to use Factor 20
sun cream or greater to be safe.

6. Never, ever use olive oil instead of sun cream as your skin will simply cook. It is best not to sunbathe for more than half an hour at a time. If you really do want a tan, you could try a fake spray tan which
is completely safe.

7. Make sure you have plenty to drink on the beach. It is easy to become dehydrated. Plain tap water is fine – take some along in a bottle. Other non-alcoholic drinks will also be effective – tea, bottled
mineral water, lemonade or fruit squash will all help to alleviate a
dry mouth.

8. Many beaches can be very stony. Take beach shoes that are suitable for the beach and in the sea – plastic shoes are ideal.

9. Be aware that there may be glass on the beach. However hard the local council may try to keep the beaches clean, there is always a chance of dangerous items being washed up on to the shore.

10. Don’t worry too much about creatures biting you in the water. You might spot the occasional jellyfish or large crab and it is sensible to give them a wide berth but they won’t generally be too interested in
you!

Beaches in Goa

Affectionately dubbed as the Queen of Beaches, Goa boasts of captivating beaches offering facilities for adventure sports such as water skiing, water scooting, diving, parasailing and wind surfing. From
party beaches to adventure beaches, crowded beaches and isolated
beaches, this destination offers a lot to beach lovers.