Maintain the Right Diet

Eating the right food is vital to ensure that you and your baby feel comfortable on your flight. In the hours before boarding the plane, make sure to avoid gassy foods such as beans and cabbage as well as carbonated beverages. Make sure to remain hydrated by drinking water regularly both before and during your flight.

Keep Moving

Once the seatbelt light on the plane is off, make sure to stand up and walk every half hour or so to maintain good blood circulation. In order to make movement easier, make sure to take an aisle seat or perhaps pay a little extra to get an upgrade to an extra legroom seat.

Purchase Travel Insurance

While you may already know your due date, it’s always a good idea to purchase health insurance for when you’re abroad as your local insurance may not apply. Also, you may find yourself faced with an unexpected medical issue where you’ll need to visit a hospital in order to ensure that you and your baby remain safe.

The post How to Stay Safe if You’re Flying While Pregnant appeared first on Traveler Master.

Know the signs

Although bedbugs are very small and often hidden away during the day, there are some telltale signs of their presence. Those include dark, rust-colored spots on your mattress, musty odor, cast skins and eggs, and dark spots in the walls.

Inspect the bed and other furniture

Start by checking the obvious areas of the bed, like the edges of the mattress, the box spring, and any visible area of the headboard. Inspects the pillows, sheets, and comforter for stains or spots, too. Check the couches and chairs as well – look between cushions, and along their seams.

Note that this inspection will usually identify higher-level infestations, but may not detect fewer bed bugs. If you want to conduct a more thorough inspection, which includes stripping the beds and moving the mattress, you should ask for the hotel’s permission first.

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Ask to change rooms if needed

If you find anything suspect, notify the hotel as soon as possible and look into changing rooms or establishments. The key is to detect the problem early on and be proactive to avoid further inconvenience.

The post Bed Bugs Are a Traveler’s Nightmare. Here’s How To Check For Them appeared first on Traveler Master.

Don’t Stay on the Ground Floor or Top Floor

Whenever you can, request a room that isn’t on your hotel’s lowest or highest floor. The lowest floors are too easily accessible from the street while the highest leave you no place to go if there is an intruder making their way up the floors.

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Inspect Your Room

When you get into your room, give it a thorough once-over, making sure that all of the window and door locks work and that there isn’t anything suspicious, like a nanny cam, to be found. If anything seems questionable, speak to the hotel staff.

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Keep It Locked

This one may seem obvious, but as long as you’re in your room, keep all of the locks including the deadbolt locked, and by no means open your door to strangers.

The post Important Hotel Safety Tips to Know appeared first on Traveler Master.

Carry a Backup Card

In case your wallet gets stolen, having a backup card you can use at the ATMs can be a lifesaver. Store it separately, like in your suitcase, for example. Do everything you can to prevent your wallet from being stolen in the first place, but in case it happens, it’s good to have a backup.

Keep Your Valuables On You

You probably won’t pack expensive jewelry and similar valuables for the trip, but think about the technology you’re carrying. Chances are, your phone, laptop, and camera equipment are easily worth a few thousand dollars and it’s important to keep them with you at all times. This also includes your money, passport, medications if you’re taking any, and many more.

Do the Research

Traveling to a new destination and discovering it along the way is a romantic idea, but thorough research before you go can make all the difference. Mark the unsafe areas and make sure to avoid them and prepare for any common scams that may turn up at your destination.

The post 3 Travel Safety Tips to Remember appeared first on Traveler Master.

Health is the most important thing, so here are some tips for maintaining your health on the plane.

Wear a Face Mask

A face mask, of course, is a must. Masks have been proven to protect your health and protect those around you. Bring an extra mask in case you lose yours or just want to freshen up.

Keep Clean

Bring some disinfectant products with you to the plane, and clean your environment as much as possible. Even if you do not manage to get rid of all the dirt that has accumulated from the previous passengers, it will be a little more pleasant for you on the plane during your flight.

Bring Food and Water

Be sure to bring water and food from home. Not all airlines offer food on airplanes these days, and even if they do, it can be very different from what you are used to.

The post How to Maintain Flight Safety During the Epidemic appeared first on Traveler Master.

Driving

Due to the long travel distances and the long time you will spend in the car, it is advisable to rent a relatively large and safe vehicle. Even if you have GPS, it is important that you carefully examine the route before you set off, especially in the east of the country. The GPS may take you through side roads, dirt roads, and roads that are not suitable for a regular vehicle. Avoid driving at night as much as possible, especially on unlit side roads, where wildlife often roams. 

Cities

It is advisable to avoid walking outside in the dark, especially in cities where crime rates are high such as Johannesburg. Avoid carrying a lot of money and valuables with you as much as possible. Keep your cell phone and other valuables in an inner pocket. 

It is important to be careful and vigilant when withdrawing money from ATMs, and it is better to carry side bags rather than backpacks.

The post Stay Safe On Your Trip to South Africa appeared first on Traveler Master.

The rain, the hot sun, confusion, or just a tendency to forget things, can cost us a lot of money and loss of equipment we need for the rest of the trip.

To avoid frustration, and to keep your belongings safe, here’s what you need to do.

When going on a backpacking trip, it is important not to take more than you need. If you have a particularly beloved book, you may want to leave it at home, as there is a danger that it will be damaged on the trip.

Try making a list of your equipment, and each time you pack, check that you have indeed taken with you everything on the list.

Do not hesitate to take precautions to prevent equipment theft, especially when staying in hostels or dormitories. A lock on the bag and a money belt can prevent great heartache.

Keep your passport close to you at all times. The danger of losing a passport at such times, when not all embassies are open, can be great.

The post How to Take Care of Your Personal Belongings on a Backpacking Trip appeared first on Traveler Master.

Check that the equipment is in good working condition before each dive. Routine maintenance includes visual inspection, cleaning, and proper use of all equipment.

After diving, the equipment should be rinsed with fresh water. It is recommended to perform additional rinsing of the equipment when returning home after a diving trip, as most of the equipment rinsing facilities in clubs is relatively dirty and have a high salt concentration towards the end of the day.

Prolonged exposure of the equipment to the sun should also be avoided and it is best to dry your equipment in the shade. Before storing, make sure that the equipment is completely dry inside and out.

Store the equipment in a cool, dry place so that no cracks or mold will form on the equipment.

Keeping your diving equipment in good condition will ensure that it is well maintained until the next dive, but will also help maintain your safety and security underwater.

The post Your Guide to Diving Equipment Maintenance appeared first on Traveler Master.

In general, this is a great opportunity to detach from everything, clear your head, and just have fun.

But along with the obvious benefits of a trip alone, there are a few things to consider before setting out.

First of all, maintain your safety. Even if you are traveling alone, make sure to inform your family or friends by phone or through social media where you are and what is your next destination.

Spend your nights in safe places, and those who have received a high rating online.

Choose places to travel that have good, safe, and reliable public transportation. You will not want to get stuck at night in an unfamiliar place because the bus did not arrive, or the train was late.

And enjoy. Traveling alone is an amazing experience and one that you will remember for a lifetime.

The post Traveling Alone? Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on Traveler Master.

Despite declaring the pandemic, the World Health Organization doesn’t promote canceling all trips but following public health guidelines instead. It’s the individual countries who have started shutting down borders so you can’t go in our out. But if your destination is still safe, you probably can go there as you planned. Since this is different for different locations, you need to make a decision on your own. If you decide to go, make sure you’re aware of the latest updates and rules, or you may end up spending your vacation in quarantine.

The post Should You Cancel Your Trip Because of the Coronavirus? appeared first on Traveler Master.

Maintain the Right Diet

Eating the right food is vital to ensure that you and your baby feel comfortable on your flight. In the hours before boarding the plane, make sure to avoid gassy foods such as beans and cabbage as well as carbonated beverages. Make sure to remain hydrated by drinking water regularly both before and during your flight.

Keep Moving

Once the seatbelt light on the plane is off, make sure to stand up and walk every half hour or so to maintain good blood circulation. In order to make movement easier, make sure to take an aisle seat or perhaps pay a little extra to get an upgrade to an extra legroom seat.

Purchase Travel Insurance

While you may already know your due date, it’s always a good idea to purchase health insurance for when you’re abroad as your local insurance may not apply. Also, you may find yourself faced with an unexpected medical issue where you’ll need to visit a hospital in order to ensure that you and your baby remain safe.

The post How to Stay Safe if You’re Flying While Pregnant appeared first on Traveler Master.

Know the signs

Although bedbugs are very small and often hidden away during the day, there are some telltale signs of their presence. Those include dark, rust-colored spots on your mattress, musty odor, cast skins and eggs, and dark spots in the walls.

Inspect the bed and other furniture

Start by checking the obvious areas of the bed, like the edges of the mattress, the box spring, and any visible area of the headboard. Inspects the pillows, sheets, and comforter for stains or spots, too. Check the couches and chairs as well – look between cushions, and along their seams.

Note that this inspection will usually identify higher-level infestations, but may not detect fewer bed bugs. If you want to conduct a more thorough inspection, which includes stripping the beds and moving the mattress, you should ask for the hotel’s permission first.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Olivia (@oliviapitts1014)

Ask to change rooms if needed

If you find anything suspect, notify the hotel as soon as possible and look into changing rooms or establishments. The key is to detect the problem early on and be proactive to avoid further inconvenience.

The post Bed Bugs Are a Traveler’s Nightmare. Here’s How To Check For Them appeared first on Traveler Master.

Don’t Stay on the Ground Floor or Top Floor

Whenever you can, request a room that isn’t on your hotel’s lowest or highest floor. The lowest floors are too easily accessible from the street while the highest leave you no place to go if there is an intruder making their way up the floors.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by fabulousplaces.co.uk (@fabulousplaces)

Inspect Your Room

When you get into your room, give it a thorough once-over, making sure that all of the window and door locks work and that there isn’t anything suspicious, like a nanny cam, to be found. If anything seems questionable, speak to the hotel staff.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by GO IN (@goinfurniture)

Keep It Locked

This one may seem obvious, but as long as you’re in your room, keep all of the locks including the deadbolt locked, and by no means open your door to strangers.

The post Important Hotel Safety Tips to Know appeared first on Traveler Master.

Carry a Backup Card

In case your wallet gets stolen, having a backup card you can use at the ATMs can be a lifesaver. Store it separately, like in your suitcase, for example. Do everything you can to prevent your wallet from being stolen in the first place, but in case it happens, it’s good to have a backup.

Keep Your Valuables On You

You probably won’t pack expensive jewelry and similar valuables for the trip, but think about the technology you’re carrying. Chances are, your phone, laptop, and camera equipment are easily worth a few thousand dollars and it’s important to keep them with you at all times. This also includes your money, passport, medications if you’re taking any, and many more.

Do the Research

Traveling to a new destination and discovering it along the way is a romantic idea, but thorough research before you go can make all the difference. Mark the unsafe areas and make sure to avoid them and prepare for any common scams that may turn up at your destination.

The post 3 Travel Safety Tips to Remember appeared first on Traveler Master.

Health is the most important thing, so here are some tips for maintaining your health on the plane.

Wear a Face Mask

A face mask, of course, is a must. Masks have been proven to protect your health and protect those around you. Bring an extra mask in case you lose yours or just want to freshen up.

Keep Clean

Bring some disinfectant products with you to the plane, and clean your environment as much as possible. Even if you do not manage to get rid of all the dirt that has accumulated from the previous passengers, it will be a little more pleasant for you on the plane during your flight.

Bring Food and Water

Be sure to bring water and food from home. Not all airlines offer food on airplanes these days, and even if they do, it can be very different from what you are used to.

The post How to Maintain Flight Safety During the Epidemic appeared first on Traveler Master.

Driving

Due to the long travel distances and the long time you will spend in the car, it is advisable to rent a relatively large and safe vehicle. Even if you have GPS, it is important that you carefully examine the route before you set off, especially in the east of the country. The GPS may take you through side roads, dirt roads, and roads that are not suitable for a regular vehicle. Avoid driving at night as much as possible, especially on unlit side roads, where wildlife often roams. 

Cities

It is advisable to avoid walking outside in the dark, especially in cities where crime rates are high such as Johannesburg. Avoid carrying a lot of money and valuables with you as much as possible. Keep your cell phone and other valuables in an inner pocket. 

It is important to be careful and vigilant when withdrawing money from ATMs, and it is better to carry side bags rather than backpacks.

The post Stay Safe On Your Trip to South Africa appeared first on Traveler Master.

The rain, the hot sun, confusion, or just a tendency to forget things, can cost us a lot of money and loss of equipment we need for the rest of the trip.

To avoid frustration, and to keep your belongings safe, here’s what you need to do.

When going on a backpacking trip, it is important not to take more than you need. If you have a particularly beloved book, you may want to leave it at home, as there is a danger that it will be damaged on the trip.

Try making a list of your equipment, and each time you pack, check that you have indeed taken with you everything on the list.

Do not hesitate to take precautions to prevent equipment theft, especially when staying in hostels or dormitories. A lock on the bag and a money belt can prevent great heartache.

Keep your passport close to you at all times. The danger of losing a passport at such times, when not all embassies are open, can be great.

The post How to Take Care of Your Personal Belongings on a Backpacking Trip appeared first on Traveler Master.

Check that the equipment is in good working condition before each dive. Routine maintenance includes visual inspection, cleaning, and proper use of all equipment.

After diving, the equipment should be rinsed with fresh water. It is recommended to perform additional rinsing of the equipment when returning home after a diving trip, as most of the equipment rinsing facilities in clubs is relatively dirty and have a high salt concentration towards the end of the day.

Prolonged exposure of the equipment to the sun should also be avoided and it is best to dry your equipment in the shade. Before storing, make sure that the equipment is completely dry inside and out.

Store the equipment in a cool, dry place so that no cracks or mold will form on the equipment.

Keeping your diving equipment in good condition will ensure that it is well maintained until the next dive, but will also help maintain your safety and security underwater.

The post Your Guide to Diving Equipment Maintenance appeared first on Traveler Master.

In general, this is a great opportunity to detach from everything, clear your head, and just have fun.

But along with the obvious benefits of a trip alone, there are a few things to consider before setting out.

First of all, maintain your safety. Even if you are traveling alone, make sure to inform your family or friends by phone or through social media where you are and what is your next destination.

Spend your nights in safe places, and those who have received a high rating online.

Choose places to travel that have good, safe, and reliable public transportation. You will not want to get stuck at night in an unfamiliar place because the bus did not arrive, or the train was late.

And enjoy. Traveling alone is an amazing experience and one that you will remember for a lifetime.

The post Traveling Alone? Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on Traveler Master.

Despite declaring the pandemic, the World Health Organization doesn’t promote canceling all trips but following public health guidelines instead. It’s the individual countries who have started shutting down borders so you can’t go in our out. But if your destination is still safe, you probably can go there as you planned. Since this is different for different locations, you need to make a decision on your own. If you decide to go, make sure you’re aware of the latest updates and rules, or you may end up spending your vacation in quarantine.

The post Should You Cancel Your Trip Because of the Coronavirus? appeared first on Traveler Master.