CHIKUNGUNYA : THE RISKS FOR THE TRAVELERS INTENDING TO GO TO REUNION ISLAND Reunion Island has been severely affected by a chikungunya outbreak in 2005 and 2006. This was one of the first chikungunya outbreaks in the Indian Ocean. This viral mosquito-borne disease was affecting more than one third of the population of the island … Read more
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA Also known as “turista”, traveler’s diarrhea affects between 60 and 80% of travelers. The areas the most at risk of turista are the countries where the levels of hygiene and food safety are very low, and where the water and sanitation infrastructures are inadequate. Most of the … Read more
SHOULD YOU WORRY ABOUT PARASITES WHEN TRAVELING ? Many micro-organisms are living in our body. Most of them are useful and even indispensable for our life, like the bacteria found in our digestive track, which enable us to digest our food. But some other tiny organisms which call the human body “home” can be very … Read more
EAT HEALTHY WHILE TRAVELING Maintaining your healthy eating habits while on a plane or in a train is a real challenge. However, it is possible, provided you follow some simple tips, which will enable you to have a healthy trip and to return home without one or two additional sizes ! PACK YOUR OWN FOOD … Read more
TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN : THE PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE FOR UNFORGETTABLE HOLIDAYS Your plane tickets are booked and you can not wait to spend memorable holidays with your family ! To fully enjoy your vacations with your children, plan your trip ahead and follow some simple advice to avoid bad surprises. BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE Everybody dreams … Read more
WHAT ARE THE GENERAL HYGIENE AND FOOD SAFETY RULES TO FOLLOW WHILE TRAVELING ? When traveling, you sometimes have to live in hygiene conditions which are not as good as in your home country, especially if you go to developing areas. Consequently, it is important that you always remain careful about food safety, and that … Read more
TRAVELING WITH ANXIETY DISORDERS : HOW TO ENJOY PLEASANT HOLIDAYS ? People victim of anxiety disorders constantly experience difficulties in their everyday life, because of their permanent state of excessive stress. They never feel safe, and have no self-confidence. These troubles can be very hard to handle when traveling, as the radical environment and lifestyle … Read more
WHAT ARE THE PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN VISITING SOUTH AMERICA ? With their mosaics of landscapes and cultures, South American countries are wonderful travel destinations, where you are sure to spend unforgettable holidays. However, carefully planning your trip ahead and taking some precautions while traveling are indispensable to enjoy a safe and successful stay. CHECK … Read more
TRAVELING WHEN SUFFERING FROM DIABETES Change of environment, new lifestyle, jet lag, different climate, change of diet, busy holiday schedule… All these factors linked to traveling are not favorable towards people suffering from diabetes. But do not despair ! Even if you are diabetic, you can still enjoy pleasant holidays. You will just have to … Read more
BEWARE OF BEDBUGS WHILE TRAVELING ! Bedbugs are a nightmare for travelers ! These small and discreet insects, present worldwide, are hiding in beds and can easily invade your personal stuff and go home with you in your luggage. Be careful, as they cause unpleasant bites and are very hard to get rid of… WHAT IS A BEDBUG ? … Read more
