Safe Summer Travel is All About Planning
Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of the busy spring and summer travel season, and whether you're planning a road trip with family or an exotic getaway with friends a little planning will go a long way towards making your trip a safe one.For Road Trips
Pack an emergency kit See this post for a list of essentials and adjust it for the summer months by taking out the blankets and adding in fresh drinking water.Get your car serviced before you go to reduce the chances of a breakdown.
Invest in a reputable roadside assistance service to prevent a bad situation from getting worse if you do have a breakdown or get a flat tire.
Leave a copy of your itinerary and backup information on how to reach you (i.e. if your cell phone is lost or without reception) with friends and family in case of an emergency.
For International Travel
Beware the water Although most people know not to drink the water in certain parts of the world not everyone realizes that it can be just as dangerous to swim in it. Parasites and bacteria can splash into your mouth or enter the body through broken skin as small a sunburn. Get all recommended immunizations or your trip (and very life, in some cases) could be ruined when you contract a serious illness or disease.
Leave a copy of your itinerary and backup information on how you can be reached (i.e. if your cell phone is lost or without reception) with friends and family in case of an emergency.
Understand the healthcare system of the country or countries you'll be visiting. Will you be able to take all necessary medications into and out of the country? What happens if you get sick or injured -- where will you go and how will you pay? It's also not a bad idea to have a basic medical history on hand for everyone in your group. Have them jot allergies and basic medical information on a piece of paper and seal it in an envelope for privacy, with the intention that it will only be opened if they need medical attention and are unable to speak for themselves.
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