We're All Going On A Summer Holiday! Things to think about before going on holiday this summer

Planning a summer holiday can be exciting, but it’s important to consider a few key factors to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. In this article, we’ll guide you through essential tips for staying safe in the sun, keeping bugs at bay, staying hydrated, avoiding travel sickness and protecting yourself against hay fever. Whether you’re heading to the beach or exploring a new city, this guide aims to give you all the information you need for a worry-free holiday.

How can I stay safe from the sun?

With recent high temperatures in the UK, it’s important to consider sun safety whether you’ll be here or in a sunnier climate.

SPF products are designed to protect you from the sun’s harmful rays that can cause sunburn, premature ageing and certain kinds of cancer. The SPF number indicates how much longer it will protect you in the sun than if you weren’t wearing any. So if you’d normally burn in the sun after 30 minutes, then wearing SPF30 will help to stop you from burning for 15 hours!

It’s important to remember to reapply regularly though, since sun tan lotion can wear off due to sweat, clothes and water. Make sure to also protect your head by wearing a hat and try to get shade during the hottest part of the day.

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How can I keep the bugs away on holiday?

The summer is great for a lot of reasons - the flowers, the light evenings, the vitamin D. But the bugs are not so great and insect bites can be unpleasant, particularly if you’re allergic to them. Always be prepared for insect bites and stock up on Anthisan cream for quick relief if you do get bitten.

How can stay hydrated on holiday?

Holidays are great fun but between the activities and fun in the sun, it can be easy to forget to drink enough water. Staying hydrated is essential for a number of your bodily functions and your body needs even more water than normal when the weather is hot. Aim for at least 2 litres per day and consider adding fruit slices and ice for a refreshing treat.

If you do find yourself feeling dehydrated then Dioralyte is great for replenishing your body with the essential minerals it needs. It's especially good if you are experiencing diarrhoea or an upset stomach and can get you back to feeling better quicker.

How can I avoid travel sickness?

Not that many people get travel sick on aeroplanes so you might not normally need to consider it. But if you’re swapping the holiday for a staycation this summer then car sickness is extremely common! Thankfully, it’s also extremely treatable and you can get effective medicine options in tablet or patch forms.

How can I stay protected against hay fever?

Something else that you may not normally need to consider if you’re going abroad is hay fever. This is because a lot of popular holiday destinations are normally in coastal regions or dry places, so the pollen count is lower. But if you’re hoping to go to a rural area of the UK, for example, you may find that your hay fever kicks in again.

You can request effective medication for hay fever from UK Meds. We offer a variety of tablets such as Telfast and Desloratadine, as well as targeted treatments like Optilast eye drops and Rhinolast nasal spray.

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