Travel Safety & Health

Outlined below is a method of making water filter. With this method, you can recycle the plastic bottles that would otherwise be landfilled.

Traveler's checks are a good option to consider when traveling abroad, particularly when certain credit cards are not widely accepted in every country. Checks can be purchased at financial...

For family and friends of a person traveling overseas, it can be disconcerting to lose contact and not know where that person is. It is important to have patience and do some research before...

I grew up in an area where horses are common on local roads. I'm naturally aware to their presence while driving. On roads that have hills and corners, I slow down just in case there's one up...

Your bags are packed and you're ready to hit the road, the skies, the open sea. Wherever your travels take you, chances are you don't have unlimited time to spend there. The last thing you need is...

New Zealand is now preparing for icebergs which are heading their way. Over 100 icebergs have been spotted off the Coast of Macquarie Island in Australian territory. This is the second time in...

Volcanoes are mountains with molten rock located far beneath the surface. Gases create a buildup of pressure from within. As the pressure becomes too great, an eruption of lava, toxic gases, rocks...

During the winter months is when families plan to take cruise vacation. However, you really need to find out about each cruise shipping line, find out about each ships rating and learn to save...

Seasickness is a type of motion sickness that results from a disturbance of inner equilibrium. There are many chemical and natural treatments to prevent and reduce seasickness.

In recent years, bed bug infestation has made a comeback in the developed world, including in hotels and motels. Bed bugs are a variety of small insects that live off the blood of humans or other...

When traveling it is necessary to keep some tips in mind for safety. Remember that there is always the chance of a traveler finding themselves lost or in the wrong place at the wrong time. It...

When you are planning to travel overseas for an extended amount of time, you should register with the U.S. Embassy. It may seem unnecessary, but your registration likely will pay off if you meet...

The Yukon Trail, better known as the Chilkoot Trail, originally crossed from Alaska to British Columbia via Chilkoot Pass and then continued on to the Yukon Territory. After the discovery of gold...

Bedbugs are tiny insects that can infest accommodations of any level, from hostels to expensive hotels. They feed on human blood and leave uncomfortable bites that can last for weeks. Bedbugs must...

Sea sickness is a form of motion sickness that causes headaches, dizziness, nausea and vomiting. A person's senses usually work in unison to establish equilibrium. Sea sickness occurs when two or...

Flying can create many issues when it comes to the sinuses. The sinus cavity is highly sensitive to pressure changes, environmental changes and changes in humidity. When you fly, you will...

Alright, its that time of year. You are going to be on the road for the holidays to see family and friends once again. But you are you prepared for the trip?

Simple to advanced First-Aid Kits can easily be put together from scratch. The advantage of making your own kit is that you can customize it to your personal needs, and it will generally cost you...

Often times traveling overseas can be exhilarating, frustrating and a bit scary. In this short "how to" my aim is to lessen the frustration and scary part, so that you can fully enjoy...

If you have ever experienced ear pain during an airplane flight take-off, you know how unbearable it can be. According to an article on ear pain in "USA Today," about one-third of fliers have...

Every year 43,000 people are killed and 2.9 million are injured during automobile accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Learn how to avoid distractions while...

When it is time to get out the camper trailer and hit the great outdoors, you want to make sure you do a safety check before you get on the open road. Hauling a camper seems like an easy...

As in any big city around the world, Istanbul and other large Turkish cities are subject to street crime. Pickpockets, bag snatchers, bag slashers, con artists and muggers are all present on the...

If you are on prescription pain medications, you may be concerned about your ability to carry your medicine during travel. Despite heightened security restrictions, prescription medications may be...

If you are a regular airline flyer and have a little bit of an issue settling your stomach during a flight, this article is for you! Dealing with flying in this day in age can be hassle in itself...

Traveling by plane takes a toll on the body. Whether it's an eight-hour flight or a short two-hour flight, the stress of traveling and the exposure to recycled air can result in possible...

Most people don’t realize that they engage in a very dangerous activity each day…Driving! Traffic fatalities are a tragic, leading cause of death, especially of young people. In fact, according...

Despite its well-publicized problems with drug violence, Mexico is still quite safe, especially in smaller towns and cities away from the border and northwest trouble zones. Even so, it is...

Unequal ear pressure can come from one of two things: an ear infection or altitude change. Altitude changes occur while traveling up or down mountains, during under- water activities, while and...

Traveling by air is one of the safest and fastest methods of getting to a destination. But discomfort in your ear tubes can make a flight miserable, especially if you are traveling with small...

We get so accustomed to our environments that sometimes, if we don't have the familiar sounds and feels of home around us, it can be difficult to fall asleep. Strange noises, too much or too...

Living in the midwest my entire life I am not foreign to packing up my car for cold winter travel. Some of the winter travel plans have been made during sub zero temperatures with intense wind...

Stop insects and avoid bites, naturally. Humanity has coped with the necessary evil known as the insect world for millions of years. We've invented numerous effective ways of warding these...

If you are planning to travel by vehicle, you'll probably visit a rest stop before you arrive at your destination. But be careful; danger can lurk at the very place where you are seeking rest.

Used to be when you heard about pirates, you conjured images of Blackbeard, the Jolly Roger flag or most recently, the dashing ne’er-do-well Captain Jack Sparrow from "Pirates of the Caribbean."...

Airplane ear, or barotrauma, is stress placed on your eardrum when the air pressure inside of your ear and the air pressure in your surrounding environment is out of balance. The fast changes in...

Traveling to Africa can raise a host of fears about your health, but there is no need to panic. Armed with common sense, proper vaccinations, smart ways to avoid jet leg and a good supply of...

Darvocet and Parafon Forte are two widely prescribed pain medications. Understanding pain medication can be confusing, especially when there are so many different types available. If you are...

Physically defending yourself isn't easy when you haven't had many fights or much self defense training. Sometimes you must and if that time comes these tips will help you be more prepared.

Navigating the busy streets of China's capital can be intimidating for any visitor, especially if you don't speak Mandarin. Locating a Western pharmacy is even more of a challenge due to the...

It could happen at any time, your car could lose control and slip into a lake, ocean, or stream and you need to be prepared on how to handle the situation. Here is how to get out of the car before...

Transporting a fresh bouquet of flowers on an airplane is easy to do if you are traveling domestically. With proper planning and preparation, you can arrive at your destination with the flowers...

When traveling, there should always be basic safety rules to follow, whether it is traveling alone or traveling with children. These rules allow travelers to avoid running into trouble.

Due to more than 15 years of almost unrelenting civil unrest and violence in the streets, the United States Department of State's warning against all travel to Somalia remains in effect. Mogadishu...

Sitting for any prolonged period, such as on a long airline flight, can help cause blood clots to form in the deep veins of your legs. This is called deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

Many years ago when I was still married, my husband and I spent a weekend at Edisto Beach, SC. It was beautiful. There is a wall at this beach that goes into the ocean. I was told not to go on the...

The following are some general health tips to help you stay healthy when traveling by air.

Oregon's Crater Lake is a caldera created by the collapse of a volcano 7,700 years ago. The lake and surrounding area is preserved as Crater Lake National Park. Visitors may hike, boat, drive, ski...

If you are planning a trip for medical reasons or suddenly find yourself needing a surgeon for immediate care while in a foreign country, knowing how to find the specialist you need will make a...