Travel Health & Fitness
The Traveler’s Guide To Staying Bug-Free
There’s no doubt that there has been a massive surge in the number of cases of bed bug infestations nationwide. This problem pest has been surging in numbers in many cities nationwide, although the hardest hit have generally been confined to the east coast, with New York City and Philadelphia among the centers of this [...]
Eating Healthy While Backpacking Through Europe
Having backpacked through Europe, I know that eating healthfully can fall by the wayside; due to lack of options and a transient lifestyle, finding healthy options can present quite a challenge. But eating healthy while backpacking is not an impossible task; it simply requires a little bit of planning. Accommodation Many hostels provide free water [...]
Getting Enough Sleep While Travelling
Getting enough sleep while travelling is a very big concern. Lack of sleep can disrupt not only your waking life, but your health as well. While Jet Lag is the most common sleep complaint while travelling, there are a bevy of others. Avoiding things like alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco are of course helpful, but [...]
Top 5 Ways to Stay Healthy in South America
As they rightfully say, you are nothing without your health. No matter how amazing a trekking excursion, city hopping, or natural wonder tour you have planned, all of that could be ruined by a single stomach bug or lack of rest. So on your next trip south of the equator, whether it be an Argentina [...]
Out of Town and Out of Meds: What Do You Do If You Forgot To Bring Your Prescription?
We live in a fast paced world, and people are traveling now more than ever. Whether it be for business or for pleasure, most of us will spend at least a few days outside of our home towns each year; some of us even spend most of the year away from home. We always do [...]
Hotel & Restaurant Alert – Traveling With Allergies
Several years ago I was on vacation when I began feeling ill. After cutting the trip short, my doctor informed me that the reason for my sickness was due to a previously undiagnosed allergy. This started my quest to be a more informed traveler who knew what to watch for to prevent a repeat of [...]
Tips for Maintaining Your Fitness Levels while Travelling
We have all seen the bodies of people who travel constantly for a living – truck drivers and traveling salesmen are not famous for their superb fitness, generally speaking. Occasionally, an individual stands out – someone who is on the road constantly yet somehow manages to stay in really good shape. With a little thought, [...]
5 First Aid Items To Take When Traveling With Kids
Traveling with kids is fun for parents, who get to experience the trip through the eyes of their children. Kids are curious and authentic, and they see things in a very different way than their parents. Packing for children is different, too. It involves food, drinks, a change of clothes, toys, and other things to [...]