If in the unlikely event you or a member of your family becomes ill on holiday, don't take any chances, contact the doctor as soon as possible.
For any minor illness such as an upset tummy you may wish to visit the 'Farmacia' (chemist) located in almost every town. Chemists are usually open during normal shopping hours with the exception of Saturday afternoons. Check out our maps for directions in your resort.

Sunbathing
Even though it's always tempting to get as much sun as possible when you first arrive (especially when every one around you seems to be more tanned), do try and take it easy on the first few days.
Gradually increase your sunbathing sessions day by day.
The sun in the Canaries is a lot stronger than in the UK, and as well as being painful, severe sunburn can have lasting effects on your body.
A good tip to remember is the longer it takes to get a tan the longer it will last.
Top Tanning Tips
1. Use at least factor 15 on the first few days
2. Avoid the midday sun
3. In case of sunburn use a prescribed after sun lotion
4. Cover blisters and don't burst them
5. If you have severe sun burn call the doctor immediately

Tummy Problems
More often than not most tummy problems whilst on holiday are blamed on the local food. This is not usually the case. Here's a few tips to avoid an upset tummy while on holiday..
Top Tummy Tips
1. Don't drink too much alcohol, remember measures here are a lot larger than back in the UK. Take your time!
2. Avoid too many cold drinks
3. Always wash fresh fruit
4. Change your diet gradually