A travel expert reveals the biggest mistakes Brits make when spending their summer holidays abroad in the sunshine

A TRAVEL professional has shared the biggest mistakes Brits make during their summer holidays in warmer climates.

While any tourist loves to enjoy the glorious rays of sunshine abroad, vacationers must remain vigilant.

For example, at the moment temperatures in Greece are considerably high.

Experts have suggested that other popular holiday spots in Spain could also see plenty of sunshine.

To stay safe while enjoying the heat, Huw Owen, co-founder of TravelLocal, has shared his tips.

He told the Express: “In terms of taking precautions against the heat, it is better to do what many Europeans do and recalibrate the day.

“Between 12 and 7 p.m. it’s often too hot to be outside, that’s when you should get some rest and shade.”

While this may seem like it will eat into your vacation hours, nightlife abroad can offer the most comfortable part of the day in terms of heat.

Huw explained: “Living like a true European means taking advantage of the intense heat and getting a few hours of sleep in the afternoon, which will leave you with more energy to enjoy the nightlife at night.

“That is why in countries like Spain many bars and restaurants do not open until 9 or 10 pm, as it is much more comfortable to walk around at that time.”

Most Brits know what it means to enjoy a refreshing cocktail or an ice-cold pint by the beach during their adventures abroad.

But alcohol can dehydrate you, which is not ideal in particularly hot climates.

Huw said: “Be careful not to drink too many drinks when the temperature is so high.

“Alcohol instantly dehydrates you, which can lead to heat stroke if you don’t replenish your body with water.”

He added: “Eating smaller meals more frequently will also keep you energized throughout the day.”

Despite the need to soak up every minute of heat while not in rainy Britain, he urges people to spend a few hours indoors during peak temperatures.

“When we are on holiday, we tend to feel like we need to be outdoors, but during a heatwave it is important to spend a few hours of the day indoors or, failing that, in the shade,” she says.

The travel professional added: “If you are on a beach holiday, make sure you only sunbathe in the early morning and afternoon.

“On a city break, use the heat as an opportunity to immerse yourself in cultural activities like exploring museums and galleries.”

If you’re planning to visit Spain this summer, it’s vital that you’re aware of this new rule which could lead to a fine of hundreds of pounds if you forget it.

Marbella beach is cracking down on bad behaviour by tourists with a new measure that will see tourists fined up to 750 euros (£632) if they are caught urinating in the sea, according to local media.

The proposals, initially approved by Marbella City Council last week, now face a public hearing.

If this is approved, the new laws will apply.

And if you are lucky enough to visit this beautiful country for a short vacation, you should be aware of a recently proposed law.

Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni said the city would scrap the tourist licenses granted to the 10,101 apartments and hand them over to locals.

The call is intended to curb rising housing costs and make Barcelona liveable for residents, at a time when furious anti-tourism protests have taken Spain by storm.

Collboni said on Friday that he would ban the rental of apartments to tourists by 2028.