Travel Safety & Health

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...

Not all of us could survive being in the middle of nowhere for an unspecified amount of time, and even fewer people would want to be in that situation. However, being able to survive in the...

When flying, a carry on bag is very important. It won't get lost or damaged because it is with you all of the time.

At the end of a long day of hiking, after the marshmallows have been eaten and the fire is waning, one of your most important pieces of equipment comes out. Your sleeping bag makes all the...

Travel abroad safely and avoid common travel scams. Travel scams target tourists abroad, and include muggings, pickpockets, swindlers, and other street crimes of opportunity. Living abroad, I...

Everyone at one time or another has been out at a family reunion, vacation, or just an outing and then realized that someone cut themself, has upset stomach, etc.This is to help everyone create a...

Anyone from young to old can suffer from the symptoms of motion sickness. Being prepared for motion sickness before your trip can save on clean up, prevent motion sickness and make your trip a...

Wind, snow, sleet and ice make for a fine array of winter hazards everywhere, but the NYC subway has a set of winter hazards all its own. You can stay safe, cozy and relatively comfortable through...

Getting through airport security can be a daunting task. But, if you are prepared and know what to look for, you'll get through security much quicker and without hassle.

When you travel abroad, robbery is a legitimate concern. There are ways to prevent becoming victim of a crime, so follow these tips closely and you will have an easier time on your trip.

When traveling it can be a challenge to get something to eat that is nutritious. Most of the time your meals come from a machine, fast food counter or an expensive sit-down restaurant. But if...

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...

Babies spit up or have accidents every day, with no regard for their location. Finding places to change them is often tricky. If you are on a plane with a baby, chances are that the bathroom...