\ud83d\udcd6Certain products\/services may have affiliate links where I may receive a commission.<\/em>\ud83c\udf5c I am always happy to receive helpful information from others, especially on subjects like \u2026<\/p>\n to help ensure, safe and illness free travels. Taking a few extra simple steps along the way, can certainly make a huge difference in keeping you and your family, happy and healthy when traveling. <\/p>\n Over the years, we\u2019ve been fortunate to have traveled to a number of foreign countries for our vacations. Thankfully, we\u2019ve all stayed healthy, with the exception of a few colds and slight stomach upset. With my collaborating guest author, we\u2019ve put together a few helpful tips to ensure a healthy, happy holiday for you and your family.<\/p>\n The last thing you want on your holiday is to become ill or injured. Trust me I would know, I spent 2 of my 3 days in Athens bed-ridden, with the worst case of stomach upsets. \ud83e\udd22<\/p>\n What was the cause\u2753 Who knows! \ud83d\ude4d<\/p>\n I could have picked something up on the long \u2708 flight over, or could have been something I had previously eaten or drank. There could be a hundred reasons to blame for becoming ill. It\u2019s only natural that we all talk about the great things about our holiday, but sickness is rarely discussed. <\/center><\/p>\n Traveling is wonderful and the experience visiting other countries around the world, is truly amazing. In fact, science has proven that there are many health benefits associated with travel. Check out Robert\u2019s post here on the \u2026<\/p>\n Some Great Reasons to \u2026 Get Out There & See The World! \ud83c\udf0e<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #1<\/strong><\/p>\n So, I\u2019ve told you about my nightmare experience in Athens, so one word of advice should you be taking a long \ud83d\udeeb flight, be sure to drink plenty of fluids. I don\u2019t mean fluids as in \ud83c\udf79\u00a0alcohol, but to drink lots of water!<\/p>\n As well, be sure to get up out of your \ud83d\udcba seat every now and again, to exercise your muscles and get the blood flowing. This will help to avoid deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can become very serious!<\/p>\n By drinking lots of water, it will also contribute to having you get up and stretch, by using the toilet. \ud83d\ude42 <\/center><\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #2<\/strong><\/p>\n Regardless of whether you\u2019re heading to a warmer or cooler climate, your body will need time to adjust to the sudden change in environment.<\/p>\n Should you be heading to a location where it\u2019s \ud83c\udf28 winter time, you could be at risk of catching influenza (the flu) in that region. It may be advisable to visit your doctor, should you wish a flu \ud83d\udc89 vaccination before leaving, as well as any other shots that may be needed.<\/p>\n Robert has another post here on \u2026<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #3<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re used to a standard desk job, where you sit most of the day and you plan to be doing a lot more \ud83e\udd7e physical activity on your holiday, it\u2019s always good to build up your fitness level<\/em> before you depart.<\/p>\n Whether that means going to the gym or exercising at home, it will make for much less of a shock to your system once your holiday begins. Physical exercise will also greatly boost your immune system.<\/p>\n Start even by going for \ud83d\udeb6 daily walks and increasing the distance you go each day. Increasing your level of fitness is especially helpful, if you are heading on an adventure type vacation and where it may be hot and humid.<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #4<\/strong><\/p>\n In certain countries, you won\u2019t be able to find the products that are readily available to you at home.\u00a0For any necessities that you just can\u2019t live without, be sure to add them to your packing list, before departure.<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #5<\/strong><\/p>\n If you do require regular \u2695 medications, you need to prepare yourself before leaving. Here\u2019s a handy checklist of things to consider;<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Do I have enough medication to last me through the trip\u2753<\/em><\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Is my medication allowed in the country I am going to?\u2753 \u2714\u00a0 Do I have a letter from the doctor setting out what the medication is, how much I will require and stating that it is for \u2013 my personal use only.\u2753<\/em><\/p>\n Even though its packaging may be bulky, do not take your prescription medication out of its original container. The label (with your name and dosage instructions) is essential, in providing authorities with information they may deem necessary.<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #6<\/strong><\/p>\n Always be aware of the quality of {food and water}, at your destination is. Eating or drinking anything dodgy, could easily see you struck down with infections such as;<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Gastroenteritis;<\/em><\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Typhoid;<\/em><\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Cholera;<\/em><\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Hepatitis A and B.<\/em><\/p>\n Handy tip:<\/b><\/p>\n Never drink \ud83d\udeb1 tap water when traveling abroad, ever! Avoid any uncooked food and any fruit that you {can\u2019t peel}, as well.<\/p>\n Healthy Holiday Travel Tips Advice #7<\/strong><\/p>\n Should you need \u2695 medical treatment in any other country, you will need to find alternative ways to cover your health care expenses. As Robert here has always pointed out time and time again \u2026<\/p>\n If you can afford to travel \u2026 you can afford travel medical insurance!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Whether you\u2019re heading on a short vacation abroad or an extended stay away, it really pays to include a Travel Medical Insurance policy into your overall travel budget. <\/p>\n You will also find that certain private health insurance providers, offer discount travel insurance rates to their members. Contributing Author Sarah:<\/strong> I am happy to present this collaborative post on Healthy Holiday Travel Tips & Advice, offering some helpful travel tips and information to you. I\u2019ve always said for many years now \u2026<\/p>\n Below, I\u2019ve also included a link to the \ud83c\udf41 Government of Canada official website page on Travel Health and Safety. A great resource offering loads of information for safe travel and not just for Canadians, but for all travelers.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf41\u00a0Government of Canada \u2013 Traveling<\/em> \ud83c\udf41<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n As travel has fully resumed for quite some time now after the pandemic, we should all still practice recommended safety precautions to avoid becoming ill. As a quick reminder and especially if you are traveling by .. \u2708 air, \ud83d\ude89 rail, \ud83d\udef3 cruise ship and\/or by \ud83d\ude8d public bus;<\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Wash your hands frequently and especially before eating;<\/em><\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Carry hand sanitizer and use frequently;<\/em><\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Avoid touching any surfaces used by others;<\/em><\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Where a face mask indoors within public places and congestion;<\/em><\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Practice social distancing regularly;<\/em><\/p>\n \u261e\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Avoid large gatherings.<\/em><\/p>\n \ud83d\ude0e Safe and Healthy Travels! \ud83d\ude0e<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n All personal \ud83d\udcf8 photographs on this post are the property of gr8traveltips.com and are copyright protected. \u2728\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Did You Know \u2026<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udf4d\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Importance Of Probiotics For Healthy Travel<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n \ud83d\udcf0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Best Travel Tips From Experts \u2013 Volume 1<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n \u2708\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Air Travel Health Tips \u2013 For Your Next Flight<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n \ud83c\udf79\u00a0 Don\u2019t Forget It \u2026 Be Sure To Pin It! \ud83c\udf79\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n <\/center>![\"Healthy](\"http:\/\/gr8traveltips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/travel-fitness-exercise.jpg\" "\\"Healthy")
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