Posts in this category
When summer comes around, many of us will head outside to enjoy the sunshine with swimming, boating, BBQing, hiking and more. But summer activities come with unique risks. Fortunately, planning for those risks can help mitigate them—especially if you're traveling...
Recently I’ve been dreaming of my next big international trip. While it may be far off, I know that I would love to explore a city by bicycle. (Perhaps one of these?) Cycling is a great, low impact way to stay active—at home or in a faraway place. And it can be a...
Nothing ruins a vacation faster than getting sick. You’ve planned your trip, taken time away from work and spent your hard-earned cash on flights, hotels, and tours all to get hit with an illness that leaves you stuck in bed. Unfortunately, it happens pretty often....
News about rampant hacking and identity theft has left the general public feeling a little vulnerable with their personal information. It’s so easy to be in the dark about how to protect yourself from identity fraud, and it can be scary to think about traveling with...
Whether you opt for a short road trip or a journey across the globe, here are a few pre-travel tips to consider and some important items to check to ensure that your vacation goes smoothly and your home is in great condition when you return. Be sure to address these...
The dream vacation you’ve planned for over a year is a few days away and you’ve got the worst flu of your life. Or, maybe you’ve been away from home on a two-week business trip and all you want is your own bed – but you’re finding it nearly impossible to get out of...
International travel has a few inherent challenges. You may find yourself communicating in a language you barely speak, sampling new foods you’re not sure about, and dealing with the inevitable fatigue and discomfort of jet lag. Perhaps the biggest challenge of all is...
At this time of year, many travelers are worried about catching a cold or the flu, but this should not distract them from focusing on the primary traveler issue: avoiding foodborne illness. Foodborne illnesses can strike at any time, putting your travel plans on...