Tips for Having a Healthy Holiday
Without a doubt, you have carefully planned your summer holiday. It is quite certain too, that your time away from the everyday hassles of life are most likely very precious to you. Below are a few tips to keep you healthy, happy and safe on your summer holiday.
If your holiday plans include a trip to the U.S., be sure to carry some baggage insurance. The U.S. Customs authority can pry open any lock they wish, which could destroy your luggage. You can purchase special baggage locks that can be opened and then locked again by customs using a master key. This system is backed by several U.S. airports.
When travelling by rental car in Europe, be certain that you have the required EU-approved safety equipment in the vehicle such as reflective jackets and a warning triangle in case you have problems on the road. If you fail to have these essentials, you could face heavy fines.
When travelling by train, bus, car or airliner for long periods of time, be sure to wear loose fitting clothing to avoid getting deep-vein thrombosis. Keep yourself hydrated and be sure to get up and walk around the aircraft every three hours if travelling by plane.
Check with your insurance carrier to make sure that you are covered for medical treatment while out of the country. You may have to pay a small premium but it is well worth it, especially if you plan to partake in dangerous leisure-time activities such as para-sailing.
Finally, if you plan to take your dog along with you on holiday, it must be micro-chipped, vaccinated against rabies, blood tested and identity tagged. Allow yourself several weeks ahead of time to meet these requirements. Following these tips will help to ensure that your holiday goes along as planned and that you will enjoy yourself while away.
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