Travel Safety & Health

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The warm and sunny climate of much of Mexico makes it an inviting vacation destination for foreign travelers. Unfortunately, along with the warm weather and beautiful beaches, you may also encounter some less than enjoyable health issues if you ... more »
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Medical standards onboard ships are not required by international or US law. Many cruise lines have created them, but ships can not offer the range of services that you would find ashore... more »
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Traveling can be a great experience. It gives you a chance to see parts of the world you have never experienced before. Here are some tips to help you stay healthy when you travel... more »
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Closed airspace tends to be a breeding ground for bacteria and is a challenge to our immune system. Follow these tips to stay healthy while flying... more »
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The day has arrived. It is time to set out on that perfect vacation. You have planned for months and now you are packed and ready to go. Before you leave, make sure you have all the right items to stay healthy while traveling. Here are some steps ... more »
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You've planned and waited for months to go on your dream vacation abroad. When you are just starting to relax and have fun, you get sick. Don't let this happen to you. Although you can't prevent all health conditions, there are many easy things ... more »
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Spending months getting in shape for vacation, especially a beach vacation that calls for skimpy apparel, is a grueling task. It is also a task performed in vain if you don’t maintain that beach bod during vacation. Many of us are burdened with ... more »
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Ice storms and high winds can cause dangerous power line hazards. If you come into contact with a downed electrical line, take precautions for your safety. A live wire contains enough electricity to kill a person. Never underestimate the danger ... more »
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Most older people have a lifetime of driving experience, so age should not be the only factor to consider when assessing a person's ability to drive. According to the National Council on Aging, changes in vision, physical fitness and reflexes ... more »
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Holidays are a fun time filled with celebration and an opportunity for thieves to take advantage of innocent shoppers unaware of the danger lurking in the Mall. The average shopper can easily protect themselves during holiday shopping by ... more »
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A trip to Africa may be exciting and memorable, but dangers also lurk around every corner. In many cities, violent crime against tourists has become commonplace, and the many health risks throughout the continent can end your trip on a tragic ... more »
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Australia is not known as a dangerous place to visit, but as in any other country, there are always certain things to be wary of as a tourist. Just following a few simply guidelines will help you stay safe so you'll only bring home good memories ... more »
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Visitors need to know how to stay safe in Hungary to avoid brushing up against the more shadowy aspects of this beautiful and historically significant country. Having only recently emerged from communism, Hungary has created opportunities for ... more »
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Traveling to Latvia is an exciting, rewarding experience if you are properly prepared, so don't let safety concerns ruin your trip. With some careful research and preparation, you can enjoy a safe, secure stay in this Baltic country... more »
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Portugal is actually considered one of the safest countries in the European Union, but just as in any foreign country, it's always better to be safe than sorry. You certainly shouldn't spend your trip to Portugal in fear of something terrible ... more »
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Romania sits on the western shore of the Black Sea and is bordered by Ukraine, Hungary and a host of other Eastern European nations. As a result of its location it is often mistaken as a former part of the Soviet Union. It was a part of the ... more »
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When traveling out of the country, safety is always a concern. You don't have to worry about what you eat in Switzerland, because so much of the food is organic and/or carefully controlled for quality. You also don't have to take any additional ... more »
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Traveling in a Ferry really made me sick. Sick in the sense that everything moved even if you were lying in your bunk bed. Regardless of the size of the Ferry, the wind made it waved and shagged. Larger Ferry has everything you need inside. It ... more »
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Traveling abroad is fun and exciting. The last thing you want to think about is staying safe. However, an unexpected mishap can ruin your dream trip. While you can't guarantee that you won't face problems while traveling abroad, you can take ... more »
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Chicago, the “Windy City,” is a fantastic metropolis in which you can enjoy life. From strolling north around the edges of Lake Shore Drive and Streeterville to Lincoln Park and the Gold Coast, where you can window shop or to River North, where ... more »
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Travel in foreign countries can include the use of more primitive railway systems. On occasion, mechanical failure or human error can cause a train to runaway. In the event you find yourself in this circumstance, keep a clear head and implement ... more »
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Global travel today is commonplace. We're able to journey to developing countries where exotic experience, unspoiled beauty and great shopping abounds. Unfortunately, these parts of the world undergo occasional or frequent shifts in government ... more »
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Flying has become a way of life in our culture and it isn't any more dangerous than driving a car. But things can go wrong and pilots are sometimes forced to make emergency landings. It's important for you to know what to do to survive these ... more »
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Traveling hundreds or thousands of miles on a bus tests the endurance of the strongest individual. After all, you can only look outside the window for so long, especially at night. Mentally, physically and emotionally, buses are not designed to ... more »
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Safe boating requires that you be familiar with boating safety equipment as well as the types of actions you should take in an emergency. It’s no good knowing what to do if you don’t know how to operate the equipment! Take a course on boating ... more »