Travel Wellness Tips & Essentials
Have you ever said, “I need a vacation from my vacation?” You aren’t the only one. 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, so you can feel your best and get the most out of travelling. These healing & wellness travel resources and tips provide helpful hacks to ensure your health gives you the maximum energy for your adventures.
Affordable Wellness Travel Ideas to Reset Health
Wellness Travel is trending to become one of the fastest growing areas in travel. So, what is it, really? Essentially, it is defined by each person’s individual pursuit for well-being through travel. One size does not fit all, and its meaning is unique as each person’s fingerprint. As an Acupuncturist, I often explore the wellness…
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5 Reasons Why Gen X’ers Are Great at Solo Travel
Generation X is abuzz online, calling attention to their cultural tribe. They are uniting on social media, especially TikTok, with follow trains filled with nostalgic music and photos from the 70’s – 90’s. Despite being known as the “Lost Generation,” this group has influenced our music, technology and art much more than given credit. Being…
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9 Life-Changing Solo Female Travel Benefits for Well-Being
Solo female travel is a popular trend that is gaining momentum worldwide. More and more women are venturing out independently to explore our amazing planet. As a middle-aged woman, I have traveled solo for decades. I actually never made a big deal about it, because it was so natural for me. However, throughout the years,…
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Motion Sickness Natural Remedies and Tips for a Healthy Journey
Motion sickness natural remedies can save a fun vacation from going bad. Planning ahead with certain remedies on your wellness travel packing list can help prevent a misadventure. As an Acupuncturist-at-Sea on cruise ships, I have treated countless people for motion sickness with acupuncture, acupressure points and herbs. So, I can attest from experience everything…
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10 Tech Free Travel Ideas for a Digital Detox Vacation
Sometimes you just need to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature and your health. A digital detox vacation can be the ideal solution for a reset. Taking a trip or vacation allows you to remove yourself from your daily routine and recreate healthier habits. Nature is a sure bet for jump starting your parasympathetic…
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100+ Travel Health Hacks and Packing List Tips
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 travel 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.…
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14 Important Do’s & Don’ts for Travel During Mercury Retrograde
The planet Mercury governs travel, so it’s especially important to be aware of Mercury Retrograde Cycles when travel planning. Mercury Retrograde (MRx) affects everything approximately 12 weeks/year, so it’s essential to know how to ride this cosmic wave, so you can come out sailing…Besides travel, Mercury also governs transportation, technology, communication, education & speed. As…
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14 Therapeutic Ways Travel is Healing
The very essence of travel is healing. It takes us out of our daily routine, relieves stress, stimulates creativity and is even good for brain health. After traveling to 105 countries and working as an Acupuncturist-at-Sea in cruise ship spas, I know a thing or 2 about travel health benefits. Even more, you don’t need…
SE Asian Exotic Fruits’ Health Benefits to Live and Travel Well
The delicious and healthy fruit of Southeast Asia is one of the best things about travelling in this region. The Asian markets provide a healthy odyssey for travelling foodies. The fruits with protective rinds are a safe way to explore the market produce in third world countries. When in SE Asia, I began to slim…
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Dog Bite Tips and Why Manuka Honey is in my First Aid Kit
Getting attached by a dog on Marshall Islands was a life-changing experience. I painfully realized the importance of knowing the dog culture in foreign lands and even more, the therapeutic steps to take after being bitten by a dog. Eventually, I also learned why to keep Manuka Honey for wound care in my travel kit.…
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Fish Spa’s Health Benefits and Risks with Ethical Questions
Fish Spa’s health benefits & risks are important to consider before getting one. Also known as “Fish Pedicures,” these experiences have become increasingly popular worldwide, as a way to exfoliate the skin. In these spas, you dunk your lower legs and feet in a tank where Garra rufa Fish or Doctor Fish, a small, toothless…
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Helpful Altitude Sickness Prevention Tips
You don’t have to be climbing the summit of a mountain to get altitude sickness. After my horrible experience with altitude sickness in Cusco, Peru I vowed to never let this happen again. I researched this malady to understand it better and will gladly share these altitude sickness prevention tips. Firstly, there are many…
Seven Health Tips for Holistic Sunscreen Care
Proper sunscreen application is a holistic topic not only for you, but also our planet. The best individual sunscreens are also “Reef Safe.” Skin is your largest organ, where signs of premature aging surface and chemicals absorb into the bloodstream. So, dive in and read about these 7 sunscreen health tips for both you and the…
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Top 10 Self-Acupressure Points for Travel Wellness Tips
Acupuncture and acupressure have been around for thousands of years. And it’s still with us in the modern times because they’re so effective. Any person can stimulate the acupuncture points on the body with ways other than needles. The top 10 Travel Acupressure Points is a therapeutic guide for people on the go. As an…
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Ten Hiking Essentials for a Safe & Enjoyable Adventure
As a member of Mountaineers in Washington, bringing my ten hiking essentials has become second nature for my outdoor adventures. Taking overall precautions and planning for safety ensures an enjoyable outing, knowing you have the essentials if needed. Here are the ten hiking essentials to bring and navigate the unpredictability of Mother Nature: Related: 20…
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9 Jet Lag Travel Tips for a Healthy Trip
There’s nothing worse than being in a beautiful destination on vacation and feeling lousy from jet leg. This can delay or shorten your quality vacation time. The good news is that there is a lot you can do to offset this side effects with these jet lag travel tips. Our bodies love routine and even…
Travel Poems – Creating Art from Your Adventures
The novelty and adventure of travel takes us to our best moments. In a sense, discovering a new place that dazzles us is like falling in love. This levity naturally inspires. So, why not use this inspiration to create art? Because writing travel poems is my thing, that is the topic here. However, I fully…
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More Travel Resources & Tips
After travelling to 105 countries, I learned a lot about travel resources and tips. Here is a collection of important links on how to make your travel planning go more smoothly. Being ahead of the game and knowing these resources can save you a lot of time so you can enjoy your travels even more. Overall, I included the main categories of travel with more than 40 links for your next journey. Check out these links for accommodations, flights, transportation, travel gear, volunteer abroad, camera gear, blogging and travel insurance. Also, don’t miss the section below the resources on Healing and Wellness Travel tips for a healthier journey.
