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Pool Safety On Vacation
et's face it, most of us
are not lucky enough to However, as with all things
have a swimming pool in our watery, common sense must always
back garden, so when we go on be applied.
vacation it's a rare treat to
splash about in the toasty warm For some reason folks on
waters of an outdoor swimming vacation, who in their ordinary
pool. everyday lives might be the most
sensible people on the planet,
Outdoor pools are best enjoyed in often forget to pack their common
the sunshine, and to that end, sense along with their sunscreen
there can be no better place to and flip flops !!!
lie back in the crystal clear
waters, staring at the dappled This in itself is not a
silhouette of a swaying palm tree detrimental thing, except perhaps
and let your cares float away, when it comes to pool safety.
than in everyone's favourite
holiday destination, Florida. Fortunately, Florida state law
has stepped in to lend a helping
And whilst not every hotel has hand by requiring rental villas
it's own pool, if you choose to with private pools to follow some
stay in the now increasingly very simple rules to ensure the
popular choice of a private well being and safety of their
luxury villa, such as those guests.
advertised on the Florida
Vacation Rentals Web Site Orlando Naturally, it goes without saying
Villas, you will most definitely that all children must always be
be spoilt with not only stunning supervised by an adult in and
accommodation but your own around any pool area. But in
private pool too. addition to that, you will find
that your rental villa's pool is
also clearly marked in terms of Rough play and running on the
water depth, indicating both the pool deck is also a big "No No",
shallow and deep ends. due to the obvious dangers of
slipping and diving is also
Child alert pool alarms are also discouraged, as most pools only
required to be fitted onto any have a maximum depth of 6 foot.
door leading directly from the
property into the pool area. This To sum up, if treated with
alarm will sound if opened by a respect, and common sense is
small child to alert parents of applied, your vacation swimming
the imminent danger. pool can be one of the highlights
of your trip. Remember that small
A clear set of "Pool Rules" will children learn by example, so if
also be posted at the poolside, you as an adult can teach them to
which you should read carefully safely enjoy their swimming
before dipping your toes into the experience, it will be a lesson
water. that will never be forgotten, and
which ultimately could one day
Floatation devices such as water save their lives.
wings and inflatable rings are
extremely popular with children, um up, if treated with respect,
but it should always be and common sense is applied, your
remembered that these are not vacation swimming pool can be one
life saving devices. They are of the highlights of your trip.
merely floating toys. Just Remember that small children
because your child is wearing learn by example, so if you as an
water wings, does not mean that adult can teach them to safely
it is safe to leave them to play enjoy their swimming experience,
in or by the pool. it will be a lesson that will
never be forgotten, and which their lives
ultimately could one day save
About the Author:
Chris Neilson is a professional writer and private Villa Owner who has an extensive knowledge of the Florida Travel Industry. He is also the senior copywriter for the well known Florida Vacation Rentals web site Orlando Villas - http://www.orlandovillas.com
"© Copyright Chris Neilson 2005 All Rights Reserved
Source: www.isnare.com
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