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Traveling smart will help you have fun with your trip and stay healthy.
- And, safe.
Here are simple ways to do it.
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Traveling smart: Before you leave the house
It’s very important to have a good prep routine before you go.
Get checked by your doctor. And find out if there are any necessary vaccines or prescriptions you need to take.
Have a basic kit where you have things like,
- Your hand sanitizer (a must)
- Pain relievers
- Or any other medication you need
This one is going to help you a lot.
Scan and save copies of any important documents you have, like your,
- Passport
- ID
- And insurance
On your mobile phone.
Also, remember to turn off any electrical appliances at home.
You don’t want to meet any issues when you get back from your trip.
It. Will. Suck.
Also, make sure the doors are properly locked.
And if you can, keep your trip private.
Not everyone needs to know you’re traveling and won’t be home.
Or that you’re traveling.
- Only tell people that you trust.
While you’re on the way
- Eat smart
Pick fresh foods. And be mindful of street foods.
Also, you need to drink lots of water.
- Especially on flights
- And during hot seasons
Also, get a water bottle with a filter. It can remove germs from your water to ensure you’re drinking clean water.
Move around by stretching and walking during long travel periods.
Don’t just sit all through; your body needs proper circulation.
Explore areas on foot. And not with transportation.
- Walking to places is much better and a way of traveling smart.
Take the stairs whenever you can, at the hotel you’re staying at.
Avoid using the elevator all the time, it’ll help you stay physically active on your trip.
Stay clean
Make sure you regularly wash your hands. It is very easy to pick up germs, while traveling.
- It can help you stay safe.
Make an effort not to touch your face; you might transfer germs to your face.
- Especially when you are outside or in public places.
When you go out, take sanitizing wipes to clean surfaces like,
- Airplane tray tables
- Or restaurant tables
Sleep and get some rest
It’s fun and exciting to be on a trip, but you need some quality rest too.
Try to get at least 7 hours of sleep, but it depends on your schedule.
Or your plans for your trip.
You can have a lot of fun, but don’t forget to rest.
- It is very important.
Take a sleep mask and earplugs along with you, to help you sleep whenever you want.
- The more energy you have, the more fun you can have.
Also, give yourself time to adjust to the new schedules; it’ll be okay.
Take care of your mental health
Try to take breaks and don’t schedule too many things.
- You don’t want to get stressed on your trip.
Also, keep in touch with your family,
- And, share your itinerary with them.
It’s also a good way to be safe.
Take some minutes to meditate or practice mindfulness; it can help too.
A small advice from Medspurs
Remember, don’t post in real time.
Learn to post after you’ve left a place or even when you are back from your trip.
- It’s a way to protect yourself.
The bottom line
When you go on a trip, make it a priority to stay healthy.
It is all about,
- being well prepared,
- making smart decisions
- including being safe
And you can enjoy your trip.
