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    Top 10 TIPS to stay HEALTHY while travelling

    By Dan O'Muirigh09/02/2023Updated:11/02/2023No Comments5 Mins Read
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    We all love to get around and do so as best as we can on a budget, but we can’t let it take a toll on us. Here are ten tips to stay healthy while travelling.

    We have all packed the bags and headed abroad, for a weekend or longer, with the goal of walking as much as we can, seeing as much as we can, learning as much as we can, but perhaps spending as little as possible.

    And it can be done in many ways. But it is often at the expense of our health, with junk food, no routine, a lack of sleep, and adapting to a new climate probably all causing us some strain.

    If you are looking to travel but want to look after yourself in the process, then take a look at our ten tips to stay healthy while travelling.

    10. Eat breakfast – start your day of travelling off right

    Eat breakfast to start your day of travelling off right.
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    It goes without saying, but eating a good breakfast is the best way to kick off your day. This is just as important when travelling.

    You will likely be out for the whole day exploring and travelling, especially if it is a city break. So, look after yourself and start the day right.

    9. Less junk food – more healthy foods

    Eat less junk food to stay healthy while travelling.
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    The next entry on our list of top tips to stay healthy while travelling is to eat less junk food. Running to a McDonald’s or fast food restaurant can be a very effective way of getting energy in, no doubt.

    However, we all know the negative effects junk food can have. A good, healthy meal, fruit, and healthy snacks will aid your journey.

    8. Walk and stay active – making it part of your itinerary

    Walk and stay active to stay healthy while travelling.
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    This is perhaps the easiest one – walk and stay active! If you are on a city break or exploring as much as you can, this is easy.

    Alternatively, if you’re attached to the hotel or the beach, make sure to get up and take a walk every now and again.

    7. Beat jet lag – one of the best tips to stay healthy while travelling

    Beat jet lag to stay healthy while travelling.
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    Jet lag can really bring you down for a while after the flight, so managing to beat jet lag is one of our top tips to stay healthy while travelling.

    Beforehand, you can do this by getting plenty of rest and adjusting to your new time zone in advance. When you land, drink caffeinated drinks to help pick you up.

    6. Get enough sleep – get as much as you can

    Getting enough sleep to stay healthy while travelling.

    Again, perhaps a general tip to help you in everyday life, but just as important when travelling.

    Adjusting to a new climate and the comedown of jet lag can be hard enough. If you are busy, there’s even more energy expended. So, make sure to get as much sleep as possible to recover for the next day.

    5. Protect your skin – factor 30 and above

    Protect your skin with factor 30 and above.
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    Kicking off the top five of our list of tips to stay healthy while travelling is to protect your skin and avoid the harmful effects of too much exposure to the sun.

    It is recommended to wear at least factor 30 when travelling to warm countries, so always have some sunscreen packed with you.

    4. Wash your hands – take some hand sanitizer with you

    Wash your hand to stay healthy while travelling.
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    This is another that should go without saying, but next on our list of the top tips to stay healthy while travelling is to wash your hands regularly.

    This is especially pertinent when using public transport, as buses and trains can be a hotspot for germs. Make sure to use hot, soapy water and give your hands a good scrub!

    We realise hot water and soap are not always easily accessible while travelling. In that case, hand sanitizer makes for a quick and easy alternative.

    3. Do a workout – break the monotony of beach life

    Do a workout to break the monotony of beach life.
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    Perhaps not the best advice for those constantly on their feet and exploring, but if you are at a resort or staying at the beach all day, this one is for you.

    To break up the day and keep active and on top of training, head to a nearby gym and get exercising.

    2. Maintain routine – don’t forget your essentials

    Maintain routine and don't forget your essentials.
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    We can all forget this one, but it is one of the most important. We all have our own routines, and some are vital for our health.

    So, if you need an inhaler, certain medication, or even vitamins, don’t forget them! Make sure to bring all of your essentials with you.

    1. Drink water – keep yourself hydrated

    Drink water to keep yourself hydrated.
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    Taking the top spot on our list of tips to stay healthy while travelling is perhaps the most obvious, but one that is routinely ignored.

    When we travel, the default is to drink a bit (or lots) of alcohol. And that is all good. Just make sure to keep hydrated and drink lots of water, especially if you are walking a lot or are exposed to the sun.

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    Dan O'Muirigh

      Dan O'Muirigh is a keen travel writer from Belfast, County Antrim. He has been a regular writer for Ireland Before You Die, The World Bucket List and Meanwhile in Ireland since 2019, covering topics ranging from the Irish countryside, cities, hidden gems, and other standout features to Irish culture, history, and language. He has also contributed to more worldwide and good news articles. Dan holds a law degree and has held a keen interest in writing for many years. He has been immersed in Irish culture, playing GAA, writing about the country, and learning its language. Dan has travelled far and wide across Ireland, with a particular interest in Donegal. He has also travelled around Europe, the Caribbean and South-East Asia.

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