Holiday Sex
Make sure you come back from your summer holiday with good memories, not regrets…
Condom Sense
Sex on the beach can be tricky when using a condom. If you suspect sand has blown onto the condom, stop and use a new one. Sand will tear tiny holes in the condom and possibly cause tiny tears on the genitals as well – ideal conditions to spread STIs. Always carry a few condoms. Even if you don’t, your friends may need them.
Condoms cannot be used in the sea or pool. Yep, sex here is a nice idea, but condoms are not guaranteed to work under these conditions. Durex has stated that there is a strong possibility that pool chemicals such as chlorine will damage their products. If you are submerged, water will wash away a woman’s natural lubricants and the condom’s lubricants as well. On a another note, improperly maintained pools and Jacuzzis are a breeding ground for bacteria, which can cause urinary tract infections among other nasty diseases.
The Pill
If you get sick or have diarrhoea from the food, your contraceptive pill’s effectiveness will be reduced. Drug awareness activists believe that some illegal substances may affect the efficacy of your pill so use condoms even if you are in a monogamous relationship.
Staying Safe
The Greek island of Kos and Mallia in Crete are especially reputed to have a culture of binge drinking and sexual attacks, so much so that the British consul in Crete is due to meet with tour operators and local officials to try and get the situation under control.
Even if your resort doesn’t have a bad rep, girls should still look after one another. Going home with a stranger and his drunken mates is very unwise. If you meet someone you like, take him back to your place or arrange to meet the next day when you are sober. Sort out a system with your friends beforehand if one or more of you meets someone.
Binge drinking is not only unhealthy, it’s pretty stupid too. Have a good time, but there’s no need to be puking your guts out on the beach. Avoid the really cheap punch and cocktails as these are often laced with industrial alcohol. Never leave your drinks unattended.
If one of your friends gets a little too merry, take her home or divvy up looking after her until she sobers up. This way she’s looked after and no one person’s night is ruined playing babysitter. Do not leave a drunken friend propped in a corner where she’ll be a target for a predator.