No one likes to get sick while traveling – so when you find yourself planning your next vacation or business trip, take steps to stay healthy while you are away. From finding the right accommodation to digitizing your records to knowing what to do at the onset of illness, here are some tips to help you better enjoy your vacations, even if an unexpected illness intervenes.
Before You Go
Two of the most important things you can do during the planning stages include looking ahead at ways to stay healthy and making sure that you have your medical records handy at all times. Start with your accommodation. Look for a hotel or rental with access to somewhere to work out. You also want to make sure that you have a refrigerator to bring healthy snacks and that you have plenty of water on hand. For your medical records, plan to scan your important documents to save them online and on your phone.
During Your Trip
Have you noticed that you get sick every time you travel? Prevention online explains that there are many reasons for this, including being in close quarters to lots of new germs, a new schedule, and fatigue. If you start to feel ill, call your doctor as soon as possible (or the nurse’s hotline on your insurance card). You want to explain to them your symptoms and when they started.
Hopefully, it’s just a case of motion sickness, which you can offset by sitting in the front of your tour bus or taking a nap while you’re on the road. Chicago Motor Coach Inc. notes that you can try antihistamines or other medications made specifically for the problem.
Because you can’t help but be surrounded by people and new germs, you also want to make sure that you’re eating well both before and during your trip. Although you want to try new cuisines, make sure that you’re getting plenty of fruits and vegetables along with lean proteins and whole grains. Eating healthy can help your body better fight potential illnesses.
If You Get Sick
If you wind up getting truly ill during your vacation, such as with the flu, COVID, or a stomach bug, let your tour operator know as soon as possible. While you will have to cut your sightseeing ventures short, your primary concern is to stay well so that you can recover and go home. NPR explains that, if you have COVID, you may have to wait 10 days after your symptoms first show up, which means you’ll need to find somewhere to stay in the interim. Contact hotels or private rentals, let them know your situation and call your travel planner for assistance if you can’t find it anywhere on your own.
The Road to Recovery
Once you are clear to travel, you must stay well on the journey home. You must also prioritize drinking plenty of water, even if it means making lots of bathroom stops. While a glass of water won’t make you well, staying hydrated flushes toxins may reduce headaches, and can put you in a better mood. All of these can help you fight off whatever issue has you down.
Retreat to Your Vacation Home
Falling ill during a stay at your vacation home can certainly dampen the spirits of travel, but it offers the comfort and privacy to recuperate peacefully, surrounded by personal touches and the serenity of a chosen retreat. The coziness of familiar surroundings and the absence of strict checkout time provide a stress-free environment to regain health. With a stocked kitchen and the amenities of home at hand, one can follow their wellness routine with ease, perhaps even with a view that uplifts the spirits.
However, if a personal haven away from home is not yet a reality, thoughtful planning toward purchasing a vacation home can turn this dream into a tangible comfort. Prospective buyers should consider their budget for a mortgage, the location's climate, accessibility, and potential for rental income, ensuring the investment is both a healthy sanctuary and a wise financial decision.
Nobody wants to get sick right during a much-needed vacation. Unfortunately, though, it happens sometimes. So, take steps such as digitizing your records, finding accommodation that help you maintain your wellness routine, and eating well to reduce the chances of you becoming sick, let alone staying sick longer than you must be.
Embark on your next adventure with McXotic Tours and create unforgettable memories!
Comments