Travel Safety & Health

Walking home alone can be dangerous, especially for woman walking home at night. Anything can happen! But for most people, they have no choice! If you must walk home alone, do so the smart way!

Dealing with a hangover is never fun, but on the road it can be even more distressing. Here are some tips on making the best of a hangover situation while traveling--be it a business trip or...

Traveling on an airplane with the threat of the H1N1 (Swine Flu) looming large is bound to make passengers nervous. The closed and contained environments of airplanes with their low cabin...

Medications work best when they are taken correctly. This is particularly important when taking preventative measures against something like malaria. Malaria is caused by a parasitic infection in...

The swine flu epidemic or H1N1 influenza now plaguing several countries including the U.S. and Mexico has adverse effect on the travel industry. Many people wish to stay home and avoid traveling...

A fun and relaxed day at the beach can be dashed by the pain of a jelly fish sting. In south Texas, it's the sting of the dreaded man o' war that could bring beach fun to a screeching halt. The...

People travel for business, pleasure, visit family and friends, and just to relax and chill. Unfortunately people who travel to another country have a 50-50 chance of contracting a foodborne...

High altitude sickness is difficult to avoid when traveling to places higher than 10,000 feet above sea level. In Bolivia where I live, at nearly 12,000 feet, altitude sickness is a common...

The itinerary is set, you've got your plane tickets and hotel reservations in hand. But have you given any consideration to your health insurance coverage while on vacation? This question is...

These days the media is full of bad and scary news about the cartel drug wars taking place currently in Mexico. This may discourage some visitors from going to Mexico to avail the beautiful...

Most women who are healthy and have pregnancies without complications can safely fly during the first seven to eight months of pregnancy. However, all women should check with their doctors to get...

Going on a cruise is an adventure you’ll never forget. The pool, the shows and the food are just a few of the exciting things you'll find on board. But with so many delicious meals to...

Travelers often face the dilemma of trying out new experiences and learning about unfamiliar places and cultures, while still attempting to bring with them a measure of the comforts and lifestyle...

Sometimes it is the illusion of strength that can get you out of a tight spot. Looking scary in a rough neighborhood may save you a lot of unwanted attention and keep you safe. If you look scarier...

1. Clean your filters every week At least every week you should take your spa filter out of your tub and rinse them thoroughly with your garden hose. And about every month you should spray them...

There’s nothing under your plane but ocean—in all directions. And the plane is going down. The aircraft smashes into the water just as you brace for impact. Before you know it,...

Deserts provide some of the most idyllic landscapes in the world and are home to some rare and even exotic species that you can't find anywhere else. Millions of people frequent deserts every...

The human body cannot survive without water. While you can live for several weeks without food, you can die within a day in a hot environment without an adequate amount of drinking water. In a...

A lot of people think that Mt. Toubkal in Morocco is a short scoot or jaunt through the High Atlas Mountain. The 4,167 meters has them fooled, however. Thousands of people a year don't make it to...

Are you lost? Have you ever been lost? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may want to read this article because you will learn a quick and easy way to use an analog wrist watch...

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...

The scenery, time zones, and local cuisine may change completely, but wherever you go you'll be essentially the same inside. You may be enjoying the adventure of new vacation surroundings, or just...

Staying fit while traveling can be a challenge if most of your time is spent sitting around and eating. If the hotel gym is lacking and you are in an area where a run outdoors isn’t an option, you...

As if it isn’t tough enough finding a ticket at a decent price, you need to maneuver through traffic to the airport and find parking or a shuttle. Then you have to packhorse it, checking your...

You have to get somewhere. You have to travel there by car, and you're the driver. Your body and brain might not be running on adequate sleep. This may not be a comfortable or desirable situation,...

For people with diabetes, traveling presents the added challenge of carrying the required dosages of insulin. Whether you are heading to France by airplane, the Caribbean by cruise ship or the...

Many women find long distance travel intimidating; the idea of being in a foreign place can cause feelings of fear or insecurity. Here are some tips on traveling safe so you can feel better about...

Being stranded in the ocean is probably not something we think of very often. We see a movie depicting someone stuck in the ocean and wonder how we would make it without our television and...

Driving in Dallas is a dangerous game. Every time you venture onto the streets you decrease your life expectancy. Here are some steps you can take to better prepare for the hazards of Dallas roads.

There are dangers associated with hitch hiking, therefore travelers should opt for alternative means of transportation such as taxis, subways, bikes or rental cars whenever possible. However, if...

People often worry about becoming the victim of a mugging or other violent crime, but the truth is, a pickpocket is much more likely to separate you from your valuables than a confrontational...

It is the trip you have been planning for a year. So why would you want your dream vacation ruined by a few germs that were floating around the airplane from the passenger that sat in the same...

Knowing your fire exits and fire safety when on vacation is just as important as it is at home. When staying in new hotels and motels, the first thing you should do upon entering your room is take...

When visiting areas with poor sanitation, avoid traveler's diarrhea by taking extra precautions with water and food.

When a busy travel schedule keeps you from exercising or leaves you feeling restless and stiff, it's time to get creative. Try these simple exercises the next time you're on an airplane, and...