Many older adults celebrate the retirement years with plane tickets and passports in hand. But booking a trip without taking a few safety precautions can turn a happy holiday into a horrible experience. Fortunately, these tried and true domestic travel tips can help you make the best of your vacation.
• Driving Detours: Gas up before you go the distance. Knowing the number of miles to your destination can also help you estimate how much fuel you’ll need for the trip.
• Eating Essentials: If you plan to drive long distances, keep healthy snacks and water in your vehicle in the event of traffic jams and roadside emergencies. When you arrive, take caution when trying new, exotic foods, and seek emergency attention if an allergic reaction occurs.
• Health Hunches: Pack a health kit to safely store your prescriptions, medical supplies, over-the-counter drugs and emergency contacts, and fill any prescriptions before your trip. Also, talk to your physician about whether you are healthy enough for travel.
• Money Matters: Avoid carrying large sums of cash and opt for smaller bills. Also, consider a credit card, a prepaid card and traveler’s checks, so if your funds are lost or stolen, it will be easier to dispute and investigate.
• Read Research: Do an online search on your destination, including the laws, recent news and safety statistics in key areas, so you can feel safer knowing your way around.
With happy senior lifestyles in mind, this article is provided by Life Care Centers of America.
Source: www.ready.gov