After all my travel experiences, I have learned bringing a first aid/prevention kit is imperative for any length trip. I’m known to carry my little ‘pharmacy’ pouch in my purse on a daily basis. There is no way I’m going away without the proper precautions when traveling domestic or abroad.
Essentials:
- A list of your prescriptions (in case you lose them). If you are traveling abroad, translate them in advance to the language.
- Pain and fever reducers (Advil, Tylenol)
- Hydrocortisone cream for bug bites / rashes
- Bandages
- IF you have heart problems, a copy of your most recent EKG – yeah, I bring mine
- Antihistamines for allergies
- Tweezers, small scissors, adhesive tape, alcohol wipes
- Rehydration powder (I like packets of Adventure Medical Kits’ oral rehydration salts)
- PH Drops
- Back up power battery which can juice up your phone or camera battery on the go
- Sunscreen
- Imodium in case you have a run-in with the porcelain god
Depending on where you travel, you should consider the following:
- Travel Insurance
- Antibiotics
- Wet wipes and toilet paper
- Emergency contraception
- Iodine tablets in case you have to purify water in an emergency
- Dramamine for when you get queasy on those bumpy roads or rough water
Enjoy your travel adventures and #stayinspired