TOP 10 TRAVEL TIPS
  1. Drink only bottled water. Never drink water straight from the tap. Don't even use it to brush your teeth. Always assume tap water is contaminated. Microorganisms found in the tap water in many places will surely cause travellers' diarrhea. Even ice cubes made from tap water should be avoided.

  2. Safer choices for beverages include hot beverages such as coffee or tea or canned or bottled beverages such as soda pop, fruit juices and carbonated waters. Avoid raw vegetables. Select foods that are well cooked or grilled right in front of you.

  3. Fresh fruits with skin that can be peeled off are usually safe choices. Salads and fruits or nuts without a peel should be avoided completely.

  4. The heat involved in the baking process kills harmful contaminents, so fresh baked goods like breads and tortillas can be enjoyed without health concerns.

  5. Pack a small flashlight. You never know when you might find yourself in the dark. Always pack your flashlight in your carry on luggage.

  6. Keep prescription medications and a fresh change of clothes as a precaution in your carry-on luggage. We all know of those whose checked-in luggage has become lost or delayed.

  7. To help avoid jet lag, drink plenty of fluids such as water during your airline flight. Exercise will also help, so walking the cabin aisle occasionally will also help to lessen the effects of jet lag.

  8. Adjust your watch, meals and sleeping times to your destination as soon as your can -- even while you're in the air.

  9. In preparing for your trip, make a list of all items you will need and write them down when you think of them. Check off each item while packing -- don't leave it to memory.

  10. Bring packets of facial tissues in case the sanitary facilities are less than perfect. It's also a good idea to carry plenty of disposable antibacterial wipes or lotion to keep germ-free. And, don't forget sunscreens and bug repellents.

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