Have you ever said, “I need a vacation from my vacation?” You aren’t the only one needing Travel Well Tips & essentials. Even though travel is healing in so many ways, it also can raise havoc on the body. Our circadian rhythms get thrown off from the different time zones giving us “jet lag.” Our sleep cycles and routine get disrupted, including food or exercise choices. So, it’s important to do everything you can to optimize your health. Then you feel your best and get the most out of travelling. These healing & wellness travel tips provide helpful hacks to ensure your health gives you the maximum energy for your adventures.
Have you ever heard yourself saying, “I need a vacation from my vacation”? Whether you’re on a meditation retreat or hiking the Himalayas realizing these wellness travel essentials and health hacks can enhance your travel experience and return home. Health is wealth no matter where we go, whether on an international adventure or in our own back yard. This packing list of 100+ essentials are linked to my Amazon favorites.
“It’s better to travel well than to arrive.” -Buddha
As an avid traveler to 105+ countries and an Acupuncturist/Herbalist, I love sharing packing tips on wellness travel essentials. Overall, I categorized 100+ travel health hacks for a wellness packing guide: Immunity/Medications/Supplements, Health & Beauty, Clothing, First aid Kit, Hygiene, Sleep aids/Relaxation, Exercise and Digestion.
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100+ Wellness Travel Essentials
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Travel Health, Beauty & Skincare
There are endless variables when travelling, so it’s important to consider getting travel insurance. Being prepared for accidents helps to prevent regrettable circumstances. Also, it ensures you to relax, knowing you’ve got everything lined up should you need it. My first choice is Safety Wing. It offers a flexible, pay-as-you-go alternative with straightforward pricing.
Self-care is the essence of wellness travel. The better you feel, the more energy you have to enjoy your adventures. Packing your wellness essentials is especially important if traveling to foreign countries, where you won’t know where to find what you need. Also, the packaging may be in foreign languages. Overall the more well-packed and prepared you are, the more likely you will get the most out of your trip.
Safety Wing Travel Insurance Card
Polarized Sunglasses, full UV protection
Reef Safe Mineral Sunscreen – Face & Body
Fragrance-Free Face & Body Lotion
Mineral Sunscreen Lip Balm
Natural Mosquito / Tick Repellant
Dry Eye Drops (Preservative Free)
Mini Razor + Refills
Copper Compression Socks
Natural Saline Nasal Spray
N95 Masks- Germs & Particulate
Umbrella – Compact & Windproof
Related: Top 10 Self-Acupressure Points for Travelers
Immunity / Medications / Supplements
If going to a third world country or places where there is malaria, yellow fever or typhoid, then I recommend consulting a travel medicine clinic. Also, they can prescribe antibiotics to keep on hand for unexpected infections. Tetanus shots are a must for travel, whether you step on a nail or get bitten by a dog. Always research rabies statistics and prevention for travel destinations.
Vitamin C
Elderberry + Zinc
Yin Qiao San – Cold & Flu Remedy
Anti-Yeast Supplements
Medical Prescriptions
Travel Vaccines & Card
Tetanus Vaccine
Antibiotics
Related: Helpful Altitude Sickness Prevention Tips
Travel Clothing
There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. – Norwegian Proverb
Skin is your largest organ and warrants good protection. There are a variety of selections for SPF clothing and hats. It’s also practical to have clothing that wicks moisture, regulates temperature and doesn’t wrinkle, such as, bamboo and merino wool. Also, it’s best to purchase shoes early to wear and break them in before travels. I always ask myself beforehand, what kind of shoes will I need for all activities and tours?
Related: 7 Important Tips for Holistic Sunscreen Care
Travel First Aid Kit & Extras
I have fallen in Nepal breaking my arm, capsized white water rafting in Costa Rica slamming into rocks and been bitten by a dog in Marshall Islands. These unfortunate scenarios taught me valuable lessons and expanded upon my First Aid Kit with tips for covering all bases.
Related: Dog Bite Tips & Why Manuka Honey is in my First Aid Kit
Travel Hygiene
Post Covid-19, travel has changed for good. We all are acutely more aware that travel spreads germs and mandates protection and precaution. We owe it to ourselves and others to keep healthy and prevent spreading any diseases by either air or touch.
Thieves Essential Oils for Immunity
Thieves Hand Sanitizer
Disposable Body Wipes
Travel Toothbrush
Toothpaste – Fluoride Free
Oral Floss
Dry Shampoo – Travel Size
Travel Shampoo & Conditioner
Deodorant – Aluminum & Paraben Free
UV Portable Sanitizer – Phone, Glasses
Disposable Airplane & Public Seat Covers
Disposable Airplane Table Tray Covers
LifeStraw BPA-Free Water Filter Bottle
Dr. Bronner’s Bar Soap – Face, Body & Hair
Laundry Detergent Sheets – Fragrance-Free
Quick-Dry Travel Towel
Reusable Menstrual Cup
Condoms – Latex Free
Related: 20+ Travel Planning Resources – From Dreams to Reality
Sleep Aids / Relaxation
Melatonin
Valerian Root Capsules
Lavender Patch Aromatherapy
Silk Sleep Masks
Inflatable Travel Neck Pillow
Travel Blanket with Bag
Reusable Ear Plugs
Sleep Headphones
Related: 9 Jet Lag Travel Tips for a Healthy Trip
Portable Exercise Essentials
It’s a bummer to return home after travel with weight gain or muscle loss. Keeping up an exercise routine ensures you feel better about yourself, boost your immunity and return home feeling rejuvenated. Here are some portable travelling essentials for packing light.
Related: Ten Hiking Essentials for a Safe and Enjoyable Adventure
Travel Digestive Health
Whether you get heartburn from overeating exotic foods or a bug from something you ate in a foreign country, having these digestive aids are essential. Also, when traveling in Third World Countries only eat cooked foods or food with a rind or shell. Plus, don’t ingest ice in drinks! I follow these rules and have never gotten sick from food in all my travels to 105+ countries. Here is my tried-and-true list of digestive aids.
Related: Motion Sickness Natural Remedies & Tips for a Healthy Journey
Healthy Travels!
These tips make up a comprehensive packing list for wellness travel. I am sharing this list that I use for my own travel planning. Hopefully it helps spread the word on ways to travel well. If you have any new travel health hacks, please share in comments below. This list is a work-in-progress!
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