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Don’t
let a sunburn spoil a great getaway. Use sunscreen with a high SPF. Other
pointers: apply sunscreen 30 minutes before exposure to the sun; reapply
after swimming, physical activity, or prolonged time in the sun; wear a
hat and swimsuit cover-up (or t-shirt) for added protection; avoid the
midday sun; don’t fall asleep while sunbathing. Finally, beware of cloudy
days – burning rays penetrate clouds. |
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2. |
Lifeguards are on duty along many Grand Strand beaches during the summer
months. Inexperienced swimmers or families with children should make sure
the beach area they visit is staffed by a lifeguard. Other pointers: don’t
swim alone; if you encounter a riptide (a strong current that can pull you
away from shore), yell for help, and begin swimming parallel to the beach
until you are free from the current’s pull. |
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3. |
Don’t
leave valuable items in your car, hotel room, or other visible/accessible
places (such as on a beach towel while swimming). |
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4. |
Lost
cash cannot be replaced, but traveler’s checks can. Traveler’s checks in
U.S. currency are widely accepted in the Myrtle Beach area. These checks
must be signed twice: first, at the bank in which they are purchased, and
second, when they are used to make a purchase – in front of the merchant. |
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Foreign
currency or foreign traveler’s checks can be exchanged at most commercial
banks and at the Myrtle Beach International Airport (with proper ID). |
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Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are readily accessible throughout the
area. Emergency cash may be obtained from many commercial banks with a
major credit card, if the cardholder has cash advance privileges. Western
Union fund transfers also are available, but be sure to verify whether the
office can intercede at a local bank if Western Union remits the funds by
check rather than cash. |
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Keep
personal identification, medical information, and health insurance cards
with you at all times in case of emergency. |
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8. |
Local
highways often are congested during rush hour traffic or inclement
weather. Familiarize yourself with the area by using road maps and asking
for directions. Allow extra time to reach your destination. Tune in to a
local radio station for traffic updates. Consider alternate routes when
traffic is heavy. Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you, and be prepared for sudden stops. |
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9. |
Familiarize yourself with state and local laws and obey them. |
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10. |
Take
advantage of lower golf rates during the summer vacation season. |
