Staying Healthy While Traveling: Tips and the Role of a Travel Advisor
Travel Influencer: Trish Schickling
Many travelers like to continue their routines while on vacation, and how well they can do this is a significant consideration. When planning your next getaway, it’s not always easy to determine if the resort you’re considering will meet your needs as a health-conscious traveler. With so many resorts offering various amenities, the options can be overwhelming. This is where a travel advisor can be an invaluable resource. Even if your advisor hasn’t personally visited a resort, they collaborate with other advisors who have. Booking with a travel advisor provides peace of mind that the amenities you’re most interested in will meet your expectations. The best part is that your advisor provides this advice all for free!
1. Consult Your Medical Provider
If you have medical conditions or take regular medications, consult your doctor before traveling. This is especially important if your destination requires additional vaccines or preventive medications. For longer trips, make sure you have enough medication to last. Your travel advisor can also recommend travel insurance, which is essential if you need medical care abroad. Many U.S. health insurance plans don’t cover international medical expenses or require you to pay out of pocket. Costs can vary widely, and in extreme cases, medical evacuation may cost upwards of $25,000.
2. Be Mindful of Water Safety and Stay Hydrated
At home, we’re fortunate to have safe drinking water from the tap, but this isn’t always the case abroad. A travel advisor can let you know if you’ll need to rely on bottled water or avoid ice made from local water. While traveling, you may be more active or drink more alcohol, so staying hydrated is critical to feeling your best.
Traveling with a travel advisor is traveling with a personal concierge at your service.
3. Maintain Your Dietary Needs
Many people who eat healthily at home want to continue doing so while traveling. Others may have allergies or dietary restrictions that limit what they can eat. Not all resorts accommodate every dietary need, but a travel advisor can ensure your individual requirements— whether due to allergies, religious guidelines, or health goals—are met.
4. Incorporate Exercise
Exercise is an important part of daily life for many travelers. Whether you’re looking for a state-of-the-art gym or safe outdoor spaces for walking or running, a travel advisor can provide detailed knowledge about a resort’s fitness options.
Taking steps to prioritize your health while traveling ensures you’ll return from your trip just as healthy—or healthier—than when you left. With the expertise of a travel advisor, you can focus on enjoying your vacation while knowing your wellness needs are taken care of.
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