Using sunscreen is very important in Punta. I learnt that the hard way. The ozone layer
that protects us from UV rays has a “hole” over Antarctica that increases the exposure to
UV rays in the South hemisphere.

For this reason it is recommended to avoid going to the beach from 11 AM to 4PM.
Although this seems there is no time left to enjoy the beach, bear in mind that you can
stay in the beach till around 9 PM and still have some sun. If you were to go during the
restricted time (like almost everyone does), then pay close attention to the use of sun
screen. You should use it at all times, but especially if you go during the 11 to 4 period.

I did it all wrong and paid the consequences. I went to the beach at noon, and fell asleep
in the sun. Let me tell you I felt the worst ever. It was hard for me to move for the next
couple of days, and sleeping was a nightmare itself.  Thankfully I came across a gel from
“Hawaiian Tropic” that soothed the pain and helped the skin get well faster.  Look for it,
there are a couple of them, they usually come with Aloe Vera and have a bright green
color.

Also, if you go to the beach around noon and feel hunger, there should be plenty of
places where you can buy some food. Apart from the “restaurants” that are on the beach
(and expensive), there are also small “huts” where you can buy things like hot dogs, corn
on the cob and drinks. I strongly recommend the corn. They put melted butter and salt on
them. They are DELICIOUS!

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