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Preventative
Health Advice for Travelers
A growing number of travelers are concerned
about the state of health and sanitation
at tourist attractions and travel hotspots,
according to a recent survey by Briggs
& Riley Travelware. Research by the
travel company showed that well-traveled
professionals and vacationers are more
and more worried today about the health
conditions in airports, planes, hotels,
trains, concert halls and theaters.
Travelers
looking to stay healthy and prevent unnecessary
colds and infections can take simple preventative
health measures during their next trip.
To prevent flare ups of colds, allergies,
skin ailments and stomach disorders, follow
these healthy travel tips on your next
business trip or vacation.
Preventative Health Travel Tips
Keep
the Bed Bugs Away
Never place luggage on a hotel bed when
you arrive and leave for the day. Recent
reports have shown that bed bugs exist
even at the most luxury hotels. If bags
are left on the bed, bed bugs can seep
into luggage and clothing.
Wrap,
Wrap, Wrap
TSA security guards go through hundreds
of bags each day and come in contact with
many germs. Try wrapping your clothes
in pressed plastic bags that zip up to
ensure your belongings remain untouched
and sanitary. Also, pack extra large plastics
bags for items that may be damp or wet.
Wipes
To The Rescue
Even when traveling without the children,
always take a package of anti-bacterial
wipes for use everywhere including restrooms,
airplanes and cars. These wipes are invaluable
for spills, stains and germs.
Think
and Plan Ahead
Copy important pages of your passport
and keep them in your luggage and on you
at all times. Also, bring slip-on shoes
to wear in hotel rooms.
Bring
Carry-On Essentials
Sleep better on the plane and in the hotel
with ear plugs. Also, bring nose drops,
chapstick, vapor rub and cold pills if
needed. Large crowds breed germs and make
getting sick easy. Also, a warm shawl
for women or a sweater for men is always
a good idea for staying warm on the plane.
Try avoid using what can be germ-ridden
airplane blankets.
Carry
Duplicate Prescriptions
Always carry your prescription medicine
and eyeglasses in your carry-on bag. Also,
make sure to bring your prescriptions
in your carry-on as well. In a rush you
might misplace your drugs or glasses,
and you'll be able to replace them with
less hassle if you have the prescriptions.
Additionally, consider throwing a change
of underwear in your carry-on bag. If
you're stuck for weather delays or security
reasons, you may end up spending the night
at an intermediate point without access
to your checked bags.
According
to Jim Lahren, vice president of marketing
at Briggs & Riley, travelers often
forget these important preventative tips
when packing for travel.
“Briggs
and Riley wants traveling to be a great
experience for everyone. We build our
luggage with that in mind and we are hopeful
that every journey turns out to be a rewarding
and fruitful one," Lahren said.
To
ensure that great business or vacation
jaunt, make sure you prepare for those
healthy concerns that pop up, he said.
Source
— Briggs
& Riley Travelware
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