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Healthy Travel Blog
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Staying healthy while traveling the world can be challenging. It is our hope that this forum helps you understand the interplay between travel and health and lets you share your insights with your fellow travelers. We encourage you to check in often for updates on news, trends, issues and solutions—everything you should consider before you pack your bags for a vacation, business trip, study abroad program or expat assignment.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1111 )
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The Healthy Golf Weekend (It Really Isn’t Impossible)
It’s that time of year when golfers start to get the itch; they’re dying to play. Over the next few weeks, thousands upon thousands of golfers will head away... Read more
Posted on 23 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel and Health
“Getting there is half the fun” is not really something that applies to international travel – passing through multiple time zones and dealing with other... Read more
Posted on 19 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Travel Bulletin: Avian Flu (H7N9)
A new version of the avian (bird) flu with characteristics not previously seen has emerged in China over the past several weeks. Read more
Posted on 18 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel and Health
Traveling to a new place is supposed to be different. When you leave home you’re usually looking for different experiences than what happens in your everyday... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Healthy Travel Dining on a Budget
The words “healthy food” and “budgets” typically don’t go together. The foods that our wallets love (i.e. McDonalds, Taco Bell) are the exact foods our bodies... Read more
Posted on 10 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Horsemeat Around the World: An Infographic
A few weeks ago, we addressed the topic of horsemeat and your chances of encountering it around the world. As a follow up, please enjoy this infographic, All th... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel and Health
Frommer’s lives! Last week came the depressing news that Google, which had purchased the rights to the ubiquitous Frommer’s Travel Guides last year, would stop... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Tips for Managing Food Allergies on a Cruise Ship
For anyone who suffers from a severe food allergy, you give strict attention to the ingredients in your kitchen and are on guard whenever you eat at a restauran... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel Health
This blog exists for the very simple reason that it is not easy to stay healthy when you’re traveling. On the road, we all have a hard time avoiding stress,... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Top Five Beverages: The Good and the Bad
In addition to choosing healthy snacks when you’re traveling, you should give equal attention to your beverage choices. As you can see from the list below,... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Healthy Travel Snacks
When preparing for an upcoming vacation, how many of you take time out of doing laundry, folding clothes, confirming trip details, etc. to pack snacks for your... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
The Launch of Wikivoyage
Gather around, fellow travelers and Wikipedia lovers. The Wikimedia Foundation recently launched a new online encyclopedia exclusively devoted to traveling.... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2013 SOCIAL MEDIA, TECH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel and Health
President Obama was the world’s most prominent traveler this week, with a much discussed trip to Israel. To mark that, we have some dining advice for POTUS,... Read more
Posted on 22 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Natural & Homemade Mosquito Repellents
The thought of eating processed and chemical-infused foods terrifies the Health Nut in each of us, but what about the chemicals we put on our bodies? Read more
Posted on 20 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Your Spring Break Beach Workout
So let’s be real here. We understand that there’s some element of debauchery that’s inherent to spring break. Seven consecutive days of drinks, food, and some... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
This Week in Travel and Health
Another week, another nightmare for the cruise industry. Two nightmares actually, including one on board the inappropriately named Carnival Dream. Read more
Posted on 15 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Health Alert: Novel Coronavirus
Since the early spring of last year, a new strain of the coronavirus has infected 15 people in the Middle East and United Kingdom. So far, nine people have... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Eating Horsemeat Around the World
So, you heard about those delicious Swedish meatballs that are made from horsemeat. And, if you’re American, you likely recoiled in horror, spat out a few choic... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Eat Like You’re in the Mediterranean
There’s nothing like a Mediterranean vacation. Not only are countries such as Italy and Greece rich in history and culture, but they’ve also been found to some... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL -
Best Airline Beds in the Sky
If uncomfortably narrow seats and unsuccessful attempts to fall asleep while sitting upright have tainted your memory of flying economy-class style, you’re not... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2013 HEALTH, TRAVEL