Most residents are aware of petty crime in the area, but holiday makers should be made aware of security measures which need to be taken when leaving the property or retiring for the night.
DO ensure that doors and windows are securely closed and locked, and that shutters are securely pulled down. When using the bedroom or roof terraces, ensure that doors and windows downstairs
are secure.
DON'T leave handbags, keys, purses, wallets, mobile 'phones or any other valuables downstairs, or visible through windows in any room. Would-be thieves are always looking for opportunities to take your valuables and are easily able to fish' bags and keys through windows and grills with makeshift fishing rods. If they manage to take your car keys, your car will go too!
LADIES; PLEASE DON'T CARRY HANDBAGS when you go out. Thieves are always on the lookout for bags left on the backs of chairs or under tables in bars and restaurants, and bag-snatching (particularly by the public telephones) is a common occurrence. Also, thieves drive slowly down the roads and snatch bags as they pass.
DON'T give them the chance to take yours, and perhaps injure you in the process.
DONT park your car in isolated locations, especially if alone or after dark. Park in well lit streets and be particularly vigilant when leaving bars and restaurants.
We do not want to alarm anyone but we would rather make sure that people are aware of the problems and try to ensure that people have a safe, enjoyable holiday without experiencing the trauma of robbery or injury.