Category: Staying Healthy
Yoga for Travelers and a Yummy Retreat
Yoga, as taught by Anne Marie Welsh at the Community Center in my hometown, changed my life. It’s not just the way she demonstrates the asanas that make her special, it’s her affirmations and soothing words that set her apart from other instructors. In addition to being a yoga teacher, Anne Marie is also a traveler, […]
Yoga Poses & Blissful Retreats for Travelers
Yoga poses…We all have our favorites. The ones I like the best I learned from Anne Marie Welsh at the Community Center in my hometown – La Jolla, California. In addition to being a great teacher, Anne Marie is also an inveterate traveler, so she knows the best yoga poses for people – like you and […]
Holiday Gifts for the Travelers on Your List
Holiday gifts for travelers? I’m not a great shopper, but if your friends and family are nomads – like me – I do have some thoughts on pressies they might like. And because I know how busy you are at this time of the year – I’m only going to suggest things that can be […]
My Life in Luggage
Luggage You’ve probably heard the expression “You have to kiss a lot of frogs, before you find your prince.” Well, for me, that quote applies not only to my love life – but also to my search for the perfect suitcase. Before luggage came with wheels – yes, in the Dark Ages of travel – […]
Larry’s Meaning of Life Travel Experience
My friend Larry Kessler contributed this guest post. The meaning of life. No small task. Thank God for Google ’cause we’re running out of real estate to house the volumes of texts that cover this subject. But hey, since I just had a life changing, meaning of life travel experience, I’d like to offer my […]
Traveling With Food Allergies
I hope you aren’t letting food allergies keep you at home. Healthy eating on the road is possible even if you follow a gluten free diet or are allergic to corn, dairy, eggs, fish, peanuts, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, or wheat. I’ve already written about Select Wisely cards for travelers with food allergies, and now I’m […]
BubbleBum Child Booster Car Seat
Tired of lugging a child’s car seat with you when you travel? If your young one weighs between 40-100 pounds (18-45 kgs) and is 40-57 inches (101-145 cm), you might want to take a good look at the lightweight inflatable BubbleBum Child Booster Car Seat ($39.99). This seat works for most kids ages 4 to 11 […]
Preparing For A Healthy Trip
I write this blog because I want you to enjoy your travels, and I know it’s really hard to have fun away from home if you’re not feeling well. For several years, I was beset with minor illnesses on the road, and I eventually developed a strategy for preparing for a healthy trip. Here are […]
The Best Travel Bag
Comfortable shoes can make or break a trip, and the right handbag is almost as important. So what does the best travel bag look like? If you design it yourself at Forever Frogs it can be as wild or low-key as you want. I’ve already had fun customizing a messenger bag with a long strap that […]
Use ZocDoc to Find a Doctor in ……
What happens when – in spite of all your good health habits – you get sick while traveling? How do you find a doctor in San Diego, New York, Boston or another U.S. city? You can ask your hotel concierge for a recommendation, but have they vetted this person or just gone to the Yellow […]
Inflight Comfort – Air Travel Tips
Inflight comfort When I’m flying, I pick my seat with all the consideration I’d give to buying a new house, and I suggest you do the same. It will be your home while you’re on board and can make or break your level of inflight comfort. Look at the seating chart on the airline’s […]
Travel is Healthy for Your Mind and Soul
Travel is healthy for your mind and soul, especially if you stay in tree house hotels. I travel to explore the world and experience new cultures, but I was recently reminded when reading the popular blog The Dish, that, in addition, travel is healthy for your mind and soul. I felt more relaxed just reading […]
Take the pain out of travel
Take the pain out of travel by doing yoga stretches and breathwork. Traveling is great, but sitting while driving and flying can be a real pain. Literally! If you’re a frequent business traveler, this can have a negative impact on your ability to do your job. If you have a long commute, sitting can do […]
Ride On, Pull Along Suitcase for Pre-Schoolers
The popularity of family travel has caused parents, grandparents, and toy manufacturers to come up with creative ways to keep kids entertained and engaged en route to their destination so the whole family can enjoy the journey. One of the best ideas I’ve seen yet is the Trunki – a durable plastic suitcase suitcase for […]
