People new to the hot tub concept sometimes have peculiar beliefs about safety and the effects on skin. They are safe to use assuming that correct hygiene procedures are followed and guests do not ignore the rules. Yes, you will end up looking like a prune after prolonged hours in a hot tub, and sun tan oil will leave an oil slick on the surface, which is why guests are requested not to use sun tan oil before wading in.

Indulging in the soothing warm water of a hot tub is pleasurable for most and is even a sociable activity if it is a large hot tub that can accommodate several people. Hot tubs are rather like Marmite – people either love them or hate them. There are swim bars in swimming pools abroad and they always take the precaution of serving drinks in plastic cups so that there is no chance of broken glass.

The chances are that a hot tub with a cottage holiday is part of a leisure centre or a private one on the verandah, and the weather of Sligo is not that suitable for lengthy periods semi-naked outside. The maximum time spent in a hot tub in any one session is about half an hour. The massaging and pulsating jet action is timed from the press of a buttonand then it is a quick sprint into your holiday let unless it is the height of summer.

Most of us know not to expect wall to wall sunshine in Sligo. It is best to take that umbrella just in case.

A hot tub may be an interesting novelty for you if you enjoy being pampered and as long as it is under cover, can be enjoyed despite the weather. It might be worth considering the various onsite amenities available with cottage holidays to make your stay more enjoyable..

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