You might have finally reached the most stunning beach, distant village or isolated mountaintop. Perhaps you finally made it to that world-class restaurant, hard-to-reach island or family reunion. Regardless of where you travel, if you don’t feel well, the experience is not going to be everything you hoped it would. Staying healthy should be among your highest priorities when you travel. Don’t leave home without common sense and a clear head.
Tips
- Don’t feel the need to overstuff yourself with food if you happen upon an all-you-can-eat option in your travels. It doesn’t matter how much money you save if you don’t feel well enough to enjoy other aspects of your trip.
- Ingest only purified or boiled water. Do not brush your teeth with tap water.
- If you will be traveling to a country where malaria is a health issue, plan ahead by getting preventative medication and begin taking it before you leave for your trip as prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take the medication for four weeks once you’ve arrived back home.
Resources
- Centers of Disease Control and Prevention — Information about vaccinations, health advisories and staying healthy abroad.
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