What is something you pack in your travel bag to prevent coming home sick?!
I've been thinking about this ever since a recent train ride where I sat next to a guy who was coughing and sniffling the entire trip. Two days later, guess who had a sore throat, a head cold, and a cough that hung on for days?
It got me thinking about the little "just in case" kit so many of us carry, clearly not me this time. Here are a few things I've seen travelers tuck into their bags:
A face mask or two, for crowded trains, planes, or that seatmate who's clearly under the weather. I usually wear a scarf around my neck to pull up in cases like this-it was not enough.
Hand sanitizer and a small pack of disinfecting wipes for tray tables and armrests
Tissues, cough drops, and a few favorite tea bags
Saline nasal spray for dry airplane air
Zinc lozenges, which some people like to have at the first tickle in their throat-I certainly wish I had these.
A small thermometer and a couple of at-home test kits, thats a big maybe for me. You can only pack so much.
Electrolyte packets, because staying hydrated is harder than it sounds when you're on the go. This is an absolutely for me moving forward.
What's in your just-in-case bag? Is there one item you never leave home without? Anything you wish you'd packed on a trip that went sideways?
And of course, I'm a travel advisor, not a doctor, so check with your own physician about what's right for you.
Travel safe and be prepared for "that" sick person that may sit next to you.
