Travel Safety & Health

How to Tolerate an Annoying Airplane Passenger

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Everyone’s worst nightmare is getting stuck on an airplane next to a fat man who snores, farts, hogs the armrests and tries to convert you to a new religion. The second-worst nightmare is having a kid behind you who keeps kicking your seat. You ... more »

How to Travel Safely by Train

By Clem-Media

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Train travel is an effective way to leave the driving to someone else. Trains run from coast to coast within the U.S., and are also a major source of transportation between countries; some of the most impressive trains are the speeding modern ... more »

How to Apply for a Maryland Non-Resident Concealed Weapon Permit

By Jami

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How to obtain a non-resident license to carry a concealed weapon permit. I have spoken to an attorney at the Maryland State Police Headquarters in Annapolis, MD. I will not reveal his name in this matter, I will only reveal what he informs me. ... more »

How to Assemble a Car Emergency Kit

By sugaredup

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All drivers should be prepared for unexpected emergencies while on the road. This is a list of suggested items to put together a car emergency kit. Make one for yourself and give one as a gift... more »

How to Avoid Colds and Flu While Traveling

By eHow Travel Editor

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Getting the flu far from home without access to your favorite medicines and comfort juices can turn the best holiday into the worst nightmare. Since there are no vaccines for the common cold or every strain of flu, it's up to you to protect ... more »

How to Avoid Fish Attacks in the Water!

By KCout

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Most sharks, barracuda and large fish prefer to avoid human contact. Attacks occur in self-defense or when a fish has mistaken a person for its natural prey. Try these tips to avoid being attacked, and follow this advice for what to do if an ... more »

How to Avoid Motion Sickness

By JanCast2007

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Motion sickness, whether on a plane, car or boat, is a common condition that is triggered by traveling. It is often a quick striking condition that is accompanied by an uneasy feeling, cold clammy sweats, headache, dizziness, nausea and the ... more »

How to avoid stomach bugs on foreign vacations

By Karen Cotton

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You have spent months planning your vacation of a lifetime. You have read hotel or cruise reviews, created a list of must-see places to visit and have driven your friends crazy as you've waited in anticipation. While you may think you've ... more »

How to Avoid Stomach Problems in Less-Developed Countries

By eHow Travel Editor

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Food and water contamination can cause serious illness. Take steps to avoid bacterial infections and parasites when traveling in countries where contamination is a problem... more »

How to Be a Pickpocket

By eHow Travel Editor

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A potential pickpocket should undertake their new business venture like any other start-up opportunity. With careful planning and the right guidance, the pickpocket trade could prove to be very lucrative. Long fingers and a light touch are all ... more »

How to Be Safe Walking to Your Car in a Garage or Parking Lot

By kllmomof2

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To all the women out there......Here is what I do to protect myself when walking to my car by myself in a large parking lot... more »

How to Be Safe When on Foot

By Clem-Media

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As soon as any long-term inclement weather clears, the neophyte walker hits the streets and often brings along his vulnerability due to naïve trust in the surroundings. Here are some insights for safety while on foot; it will probably serve to ... more »

How to Be Safe While Visiting New York City

By Evelyn McCormack

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If you’re worried about your safety while visiting New York City, put your worries away. Few people from other parts of the country actually realize that among 182 U.S. cities with populations of more than 100,000, the FBI ranks New York as the ... more »

How to Beat Jet Lag

By only1special1

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For many people who frequently fly long distances for business, jet lag can be a serious problem. Here are a few tips that can help you stay focused during the day and actually sleep sound at night... more »

How to Build A Campfire

By 1creativemama

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Are you anxious on camping this summer? Do you have everything you need for that perfect camp night? How about do you know how to build a campfire? I don't mean one that you throw sticks into a pit and try to light some twigs to get a nice ... more »

How to Check Your Hotel Room Before Your Stay

By BeingArtsy

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How many of us take a few minutes to check our hotel rooms before we enter, close and latch the door for the night? If you do not, you should. A predator could be in your room, hiding in various places, waiting for the chance to attack or rob ... more »

How to climb, summit, hike Mt. Kilimanjaro

By Soozin

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It's a BIG DEAL to attempt Mt. Kilimanjaro's summit. Here are some tips and instructions to keep in mind on your amazing trek... more »

How to Deal with Holiday Stress

By Sharon Slayton

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Traveling, road hazards, weather, falling behind at work, getting places, finances, shopping, family and family baggage and finally, family joy. You hope. There is an emotional time bomb built into the American holiday season. It starts around ... more »

How to Discourage a Man From Bothering You in France

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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A woman traveling alone in France long enough will almost inevitably encounter at least one French man whose persistent attention or come-ons are unwelcome. The following steps should help shake one of these slimy fellows, called a "draguer" in ... more »

How to Hazardous conditions / Driving safely / Driving in bad weather / Stay in control

By logan

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Taking the right safety steps when driving in bad weather (fog, rain, snow, ice).. more »

How to Hike the Grand Canyon - Top to Bottom and Back

By Loqu

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Enter the Grand Canyon by hiking Bright Angel or Kaibab Trail from the South Rim to the bottom. See the grandeur of the canyon from various angles and at different heights. Plan ahead, to make the most of the experience. Stay in the bottom two ... more »

How to Look Inconspicuous

By eHow Travel Editor

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Government spies aren't the only people who need to know how to look inconspicuous in public. With the threat of terrorism growing around the globe, looking inconspicuous when traveling abroad is just good personal security. You can use these ... more »

How to Navigate a Zebra Crossing

By Sonal Panse, eHow UK

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You can instantly recognize a Zebra Crossing from the black and white longitudinal markings across a road; at some places, where the road is very dark, only the white stripes are painted. The crossing has black-and-white striped poles with amber ... more »

How to Not Look Like a Tourist at New Orleans Jazz Fest

By Melissa Maroff

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Face it…New Orleans isn’t going to win “Safest City in America” anytime soon. But there are ways to keep from being an easy mark while in town for Jazz Fest. If you leave the fairgrounds to take in some other great music and fine New Orleans ... more »

How to Pack for a Vacation

By maestro83

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Packing for any vacation can sometimes lead to strain, but there's a simple way to pack that gives you the best of both worlds. The ability to bring your things and still bring back souvenirs... more »

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