Environment

    Sun Protection Abroad

    Sun exposure is often stronger than travellers expect, particularly near the equator, at altitude, or reflected off water and sand.

    At a glance

    What travellers should know

    • UV can be intense even on cloudy days
    • Reapplication matters as much as SPF strength
    • Certain medicines can increase sun sensitivity — worth checking before you travel

    Practical tips

    Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen, reapply regularly (especially after swimming or sweating), seek shade during peak intensity hours, and cover up with clothing and a hat where practical.

    Common questions

    Sun Protection Abroad FAQs

    Continue your travel health planning

    Based in Cramlington

    Travel vaccinations for Newcastle and Northumberland

    Newcastle Travel Clinic is operated from Northumbria Way Pharmacy & Clinic in Cramlington. We provide pharmacist-led travel vaccinations and personalised travel-health advice for patients travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland and surrounding communities.

    Clinic address
    Unit 1, Northumbria Health & Care Academy, Northumbria Way, Cramlington, NE23 6NZ
    Free parking
    40 minutes free parking immediately outside.
    Open seven days a week
    Including Saturday and Sunday appointments.