Briggs & Riley Reports That More Travelers Focus on Health and Sanitation This Holiday Season
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. -- Briggs & Riley Travelware reports that a growing number of travelers are concerned about the state of health and sanitation at tourist attractions and travel hotspots, according to a poll the company conducted of well traveled professionals and vacationers. More and more people are worried about health conditions in airports and planes, hotels, trains, concert halls and theaters. The poll also revealed that indicated that most people are concentrating on what they can do to travel healthy and prevent flair-ups of colds, allergies, skin ailments and stomach disorders.
Below are the top suggestions from enlightened travelers to keep all vacationers healthy and happy this holiday season:
-- Keep the Bed Bugs Away: Never put luggage on a hotel bed when you arrive and leave for the day. Reports have shown that bed bugs exist even at the most luxury hotels in the United States and overseas. If bags are left on the bed while out for a day of sightseeing, bed bugs can seep into luggage and clothing.
-- Wrap, Wrap, Wrap: TSA security guards wear gloves to keep sanitary but go through hundreds of bags a day and contract germs. Some travelers suggest wrapping your clothes in pressed plastic bags that zip up and flatten to ensure your belongings remain untouched and sanitary. Also, pack extra large plastics bags for items that may be damp or wet.
-- Wipes To The Rescue: Even when traveling without the kids always take a package of wipes for use everywhere -- restrooms, eating on the go, airplanes, cars, restaurants -- wipes are invaluable for spills, stains, and germs.
-- Think Ahead For Healthy Travel: Copy important pages of your passport and keep a copy in your luggage and on you in case of emergency hotel or doctor visits. Bring slip-on shoes to wear in the hotel room.
-- Some Carry-On Essentials: Sleep better on the plane and in the hotel with and ear plugs. Bring nose drops, lip balm, vapor rub (especially for over-heated hotels and homes), and cold pills as crowds breed germs and getting sick happens quick. Also, a warm shawl for women or sweaters for men is always a good idea to stay warm on the plane and avoid what can be germ-ridden airplane blankets.
-- Carry Duplicate Prescriptions and More: Always carry your prescription medicine and eyeglasses in your carry-on bag. Also make sure to bring the prescriptions, too. In the holiday rush, you might misplace the drugs or glasses, and you'll be able to replace them with less hassle if you have the prescriptions.
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