Travel to Taiwan during Quarantine
Recently, I’ve been waking up at odd hours, listening for the high-pitched ping of a doorbell and the flow of traffic outside. When I look out the window, I see some mopeds and blue delivery trucks pass by a street lined with storefronts displaying Chinese characters. Then I remember that…
Jet Blue Airlines Requires Protective Face Masks
Update May 1, 2020, Additional US Airlines will also be implementing the mandatory use of face masks in airports and inflight, including Delta (May 4), American (May 11), and United (May 4). See article by ABC Action News Jet Blue Airlines requires that protective face masks be worn by both…
Virus and Illness Prevention While Flying
So, how many times have you entered the airplane, only to find they definitely did not clean your seat. Ugh! It is so disgusting! Virus and illness prevention while flying is often a challenging task. When you think about how many people per day, and sometimes, per hour have sat,…
Pros and Cons of Street Food
I love Street Food. Knowing the pros and cons of street food help me to enjoy the pleasures of delicacies, while avoiding health-related issues. Street food usually represents a colorful and cultural experience. However, Street Food may not be for everyone. Street Food can be a yummy and cultural experience,…
How Best to Handle and Minimize Your Jet Lag
Let’s face it… Jet lag is not fun. When traveling to a different time zone, the general rule is that for every hour of time zone change, it takes your body one day to adjust. While there is no great method to avoid jet lag completely, there are some ways…
Top 15 Ways to Stay Healthy While Traveling
Interestingly, I wrote this article just before the Covid-19 Pandemic. However, after rereading it, it seems very appropriate as we begin to think about future travel plans. Always follow common sense. You can look to WHO and your country’s CDC or medical guidelines for advice. Be Safe! Traveling is exciting…