FabSwingers.com forum: First 'lads' (or girly) holiday.

By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

My 17 year old son is going on his first lads holiday in a couple of weeks. There are 13 of them, only him and one other are under 18. They're going to Gran Canaria on an all inclusive. I'm hoping the 2 17 year olds won't be given a different colour wrist band (bit embarrassing for them)....

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I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Never been on one

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By *rivateparts!Man
over a year ago

Walking down the only road I've ever known!

"My 17 year old son is going on his first lads holiday in a couple of weeks. There are 13 of them, only him and one other are under 18. They're going to Gran Canaria on an all inclusive. I'm hoping the 2 17 year olds won't be given a different colour wrist band (bit embarrassing for them)....

Anyway....

I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

Please

CONDOMS

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By *r MoriartyMan
over a year ago

The Land that time forgot (Norfolk)

I've never been on one but would suggest not doing anything really tacky is a good starting point.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sun tan lotion!

There's nothing worse than getting so badly burnt on the first day you can't go back out the rest of the week.

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

I took 30 kilos of luggage away with me my first lads holiday.

By about the 5th I had it down to about 10.

(Plus stash some condoms in his luggage when he’s not looking)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Personal safety, condoms and consent!

He's bound to do daft things, that's what happens on holidays but make sure they're looking out for one another.

Tea

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Anyway....

I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Not much more you can say, lads are lads and will do stuff they arnt supposed to. That’s not saying he will go and cause trouble or anything like that but we all do silly things.

He will hate the pep talk but will appreciate it secretly knowing you are looking out for him.

Just don’t ask to see his camera roll on his phone when he comes home,

Hope he has a brilliant time.

My biggest piece of advice would be tell him to get a safe in his room and put his money and passport in there. Nothing more aggro that someone stealing it from his room. Especially on lads holidays.

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

Please

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By *partharmonyCouple
over a year ago

Ruislip

The importance of knowing where his passport and tickets are at all times.

Never carry any bags for anybody else or let anybody get access to his luggage.

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

And If he’s going to Playa Ingles

Tell him to avoid the Dunes at Maspalomas on his own.

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Yes, factor 50 is waiting. I've told him his mates will have to help him rub it in!

Condoms ~ yes, just in case.

Nothing tacky ~ No shit tattoos kind of thing?

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Personal safety, condoms and consent!

He's bound to do daft things, that's what happens on holidays but make sure they're looking out for one another.

Tea"

Yes, that's a good one to mention ~ thanks

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"The importance of knowing where his passport and tickets are at all times.

* I'll tell to put it in the safe in the room, hadn't thought of that!

Never carry any bags for anybody else or let anybody get access to his luggage.

* Will definitely mention that. Thanks

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By *ed and WolfieCouple
over a year ago

Gravesend

It sounds trite

But suncream and drink more than just alcohol.

Condoms , consent even when completely trollied and most off all have fun.

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"And If he’s going to Playa Ingles

Tell him to avoid the Dunes at Maspalomas on his own. "

It's not that far from where they are staying I don't think

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

Keep an eye on your drinks

Don’t get left on your own

Don’t flash the cash

Always walk away from trouble

Have fun

Respect

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"It sounds trite

But suncream and drink more than just alcohol.

Condoms , consent even when completely trollied and most off all have fun. "

Water, water and more water

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By *edmark07Man
over a year ago

liverpool

Don't be tempted by cheap drinks, drugs, girls. They all end in trouble.

A great thing would be to learn a few Spanish phrases

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A lad has just gone missing in Tenerife

Went out jet-skying with his mates, got off to do some snorkling and never came back. As far as I know, he was never found.

Apparently, he took his life jacket off. Make sure he knows better

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By *om and LisaCouple
over a year ago

gateshead

Sensible suggestions...

Hot water and some time and you can stretch the AI wristbands to get them off.

Anyone leaving the hotel, he could swap bands if he's given a u18 one.

Other than that, I cant really suggest anything that isn't going to be forgotten when they're all d*unk.

I'd say to just be careful and to consider how anything bad happening would hurt you.

When I used to go away, I didn't care what happened to me, but I'd hate my stupidity to impact on my mam.

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Keep an eye on your drinks

Don’t get left on your own

Don’t flash the cash

Always walk away from trouble

Have fun

Respect "

Thank you

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Don't be tempted by cheap drinks, drugs, girls. They all end in trouble.

A great thing would be to learn a few Spanish phrases "

He knows a little bit

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"A lad has just gone missing in Tenerife

Went out jet-skying with his mates, got off to do some snorkling and never came back. As far as I know, he was never found.

Apparently, he took his life jacket off. Make sure he knows better"

Shit, how awful.

Water safety...good one to talk about.

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By *emini ManMan
over a year ago

There and to the left a bit

Think most have been mentioned but one that I confess to being guilty of in the past, and that is often forgotten - the importance of making sure he gets some food inside him especially before going out drinking - it helps soak up the alcohol

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Sensible suggestions...

Hot water and some time and you can stretch the AI wristbands to get them off.

Anyone leaving the hotel, he could swap bands if he's given a u18 one.

Other than that, I cant really suggest anything that isn't going to be forgotten when they're all d*unk.

I'd say to just be careful and to consider how anything bad happening would hurt you.

When I used to go away, I didn't care what happened to me, but I'd hate my stupidity to impact on my mam.

Awwwwwwww. I'm worried I have to say.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"A lad has just gone missing in Tenerife

Went out jet-skying with his mates, got off to do some snorkling and never came back. As far as I know, he was never found.

Apparently, he took his life jacket off. Make sure he knows better

Shit, how awful.

Water safety...good one to talk about."

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9320512/massive-search-for-british-jet-skier-23-who-vanished-off-the-coast-of-tenerife-three-days-ago/

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much. "

Only you!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

Only you!!

That's why I don't drink

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Anyway....

I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

Please

Warn him to be careful with his age, lots of countries are far more strict with drinking than much of the UK

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much. "

Are you speaking from experience my learned colleague?

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Warn him to be careful with his age, lots of countries are far more strict with drinking than much of the UK "

Will check that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

Are you speaking from experience my learned colleague?

Have we worked together in the past ?

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

Warn him to be careful with his age, lots of countries are far more strict with drinking than much of the UK

Will check that

On a serious note though he will be fine ,,, if you had major doubts ,,, you wouldn’t let him go ,,, and I’m guessing it’s a good group of kids he’s going with

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Insurance. And European health card.

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

Are you speaking from experience my learned colleague?

Have we worked together in the past ? "

Only as anonymous for Forumites

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By *r Potato HeadMan
over a year ago

Manchester

Get a business card from the hotel before you go out on the first night. So when you get lost you can at least get directions back.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

My goddaughters sisters ex boyfriend was killed in mexico about 5 years ago balcony hoping. Im glad my son never wanted to go on one id have been beside myself

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

Are you speaking from experience my learned colleague?

Have we worked together in the past ?

Only as anonymous for Forumites"

Do you drive a Kia by any chance ?

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Insurance. And European health card. "

Travel insurance sorted, does he need that card as well?

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"Get a business card from the hotel before you go out on the first night. So when you get lost you can at least get directions back."

That's a great one ~ thanks

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

"My goddaughters sisters ex boyfriend was killed in mexico about 5 years ago balcony hoping. Im glad my son never wanted to go on one id have been beside myself"

I've heard a lot of stories like that in the past. It's at the top of my list of things to drum into him.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Anyway....

I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

Please

Wrap it up before you slap it up?

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By *llaboutthewifeCouple
over a year ago

Cardiff

Make sure he can use his phone from abroad too if it's not been said.

Jo x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh and no 'sucky sucky' off the african ladies on the streets.

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By *ickyRoosterMan
over a year ago

Uppendown

"Personal safety, condoms and consent!

He's bound to do daft things, that's what happens on holidays but make sure they're looking out for one another.

Tea"

This.

Plus. There's enough of them to watch each other's back. Don't end up on your own. Try not to drink too much alcohol during the day (if they're awake during the day that is). Drink water in between pints. Don't jump off balconies no matter how many double dogs are in the dare. Don't get into arguments with doormen and coppers. They have a much lower tolerance threshold than ours and the don't do 'bants'. Oh....and enjoy yourself!!!

He'll probably have to cancel because his eyes will have rolled so much he'll have to go to A&E

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No tattoo’s!

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By *verage JosephMan
over a year ago

Grays & London

I had the best time, spent all my money & lived on pot noodles!!

Tell him ‘however pissed ALWAYS wear protection’

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By *-and-mCouple
over a year ago

Carlisle

Is he straight, bi or gay?

Maspolomas beach has a great gay section and another nudist section if straight.

Lots of gay bars and clubs in Playa Del Ingles Yumbo Centre, can recommend The Bunker for late night fun! Dark room is good, its a safe place but can be hardcore at times!

Make sure he takes lots of condoms, and that they are the correct size! Can buy My Size condoms in sex shop in Yumbo if necessary, although maybe cheaper online before he goes! Range from small to XXL sizes.

Watch out for young girls in sexy bikinis on beach normally locals who chat to you and say go for a swim with them and then their mates steal your bag!

Make sure travel insurance covers all activities wg mopeds, water sports (not the pee type!) etc

Oh and tell him to have fun in a great place!!!

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By *ickyRoosterMan
over a year ago

Uppendown

I know....I know....Advice from a man pictured trying to spank his own broad buttocks. Mother of God

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By *andare63Man
over a year ago

oldham

"Show him the profiles of people who display gaping assholes and tell him that what will happen to you if your drink too much.

Are you speaking from experience my learned colleague?

Have we worked together in the past ?

Only as anonymous for Forumites

Do you drive a Kia by any chance ? "

Noooo Robin Reliant

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By *ady Lick OP Woman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

Thanks for the replies, there's some suggestions that I hadn't thought of, much appreciated

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By *moothCriminal_xMan
over a year ago

Redditch

Anyway....

I need to have a safety talk with him before he goes. You know ~ don't go swimming if you've been drinking, no balcony hopping that sort of thing.

What else should I mention?

Hes very sensible but i cant help feeling a little tetchy about it. I think hearing some of your experiences might help in a funny kind of way.

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Pack condoms for him

Tell him the local game of dealers selling you drugs and then telling the police you have them so you get arrested and the officers look good...and let the dealers keep dealing...

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By *moothCriminal_xMan
over a year ago

Redditch

Lotion

Dont over pack

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