The Foreign Office has issued guidance to UK holidaymakers heading to a favourite destination, revealing that several Brits have tragically lost their lives. Officials have updated their advice regarding a range of popular activities - emphasising the need for individuals to ensure 'adequate precautions' are in place.

The concern centres around 'extreme sports', encompassing paragliding, quad biking and mopeds, jeep safaris, water sports and even beach visits. The Foreign Office stated: "If you do an extreme sport, check that adequatesafety precautions are in place. British nationals have been injured and killed doing extreme sports. Only use reputable operators. Make sure you are given full instructions and training before your activity. Make sure your travel insurance covers you for all activities you do. Always read the details of your insurance cover, especially the small print and exclusions on your policy."

Officials revealed that people have lost their lives in the past year simplyby going to the beach. They warned: "Every year, people drown in the sea and in swimming pools in Turkey. Always supervise children, even if they can swim or there is a lifeguard present.

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"Take care when swimming in the sea. Some beaches may have strong undercurrents. Hidden rocks or shallow depths can cause serious injury or death. Do not dive into unknown water."

They advised holidaymakers to look out for a flag system on beaches indicating when it's unsafe to enter the water.

The Foreign Office warned that paragliding 'carries the risk of serious injury or death'. It stated: "British nationals have died or been seriously injured whilst paragliding in Turkey. Make sure you are given full instructions and training before your activity.

"If you are near where paragliding activities take place, be aware that the landing area may be in a public area. Keep a reasonable distance from potential landing zones for your personal safety."

The Foreign Office advises: "Quad biking is an extreme sport and carries the risk of serious injury or death. You need specific travel insurance to cover quad biking. Always read the details of your insurance cover, especially the small print and exclusions on your policy. Make sure you are given full instructions and training before your activity."

Holidaymakers may be caught out by inadequate insurance from rental firms - and if they suffer an accident might not be protected: "Insurance sold by the hire company usually only provides third party insurance. It's likely you will be charged for any damage to the rental vehicle and you may face arrest if you do not pay.

"If you hire a moped you need a valid driving licence with at least category A1 - 'light motorcycle'. Make sure the vehicle is in good condition. Drivers and passengers must wear helmets. Failure to do so may invalidate your insurance. If police stop you, they will fine you and take your licence."

The Foreign Office warned: "Jeep safaris can be dangerous - there have been a number of reported accidents in recent years. If you join a jeep safari, use a reputable company who have adequate health and safety procedures and equipment. Always check that activities are covered by your insurance."

Turkey continues to be a popular choice among British holidaymakers, with current advice suggesting that alcoholic drinks should only be bought from licensed shops, bars and hotels, homemade spirits should be avoided, bottle seals should be checked for tampering, and labels should be scrutinised for poor quality or spelling mistakes.

If travellers or their companions fall ill after drinking alcohol, they should seek immediate medical help. The FCDO guidance states: "There has been an increase in cases of serious illness caused by alcoholic drinks containing methanol in popular travel destinations around the world.

"In Turkey, including Ankara and Istanbul, people have died or suffered serious illness after drinking illegally produced local spirits and counterfeit bottles of branded alcohol.

"Even small amounts of methanol can kill. It is not possible to identify methanol in alcoholic drinks by taste or smell. Seek urgent medical attention if you or someone you are travelling with show the signs of methanol poisoning after drinking."

For more Foreign Office Turkey safety advice click here.

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