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Health and safety tips for Asia to keep you feeling good and ready for the next challenge. Learn about common scams to avoid, travel safety tips, and ways to take care of yourself on the road.
  1. Scams in Asia (7)
  2. Vaccinations for Asia (3)

Travel Safety in Asia

Learn about the biggest threats to you and your trip while in Asia. These tips will keep you healthy and happy while enjoying your travels.

How to Avoid Mosquito Bites

Use these 10 tips and useful facts to help avoid mosquito bites on your trip to Asia.

Budget Travel Insurance

Learn exactly how to protect yourself while traveling with budget travel insurance. Read about policies, what to look for in a provider, and find cheap plans for Asia.

Travel Health - Five Common Ailments that Affect Travelers

Learn about the most common five ailments that affect travelers on their trips, and how to prevent each one from causing you trouble!

Jet Lag Remedies

Don't let jet lag affect your trip. These natural jet lag remedies will help you to adjust your internal clock quicker upon arrival.

Travel Safety Tips for Southeast Asia

Simple tips to keep you safe in Southeast Asia.

Hiking Safety - 10 Threats on Outdoor Adventures

You may encounter these 10 threats while hiking in Asia, and any one could ruin your adventure -- be prepared!

Hiking Safety - Avoid These 10 Threats on Adventures

Whether climbing a volcano or simply going for a day hike, avoid these 10 bad scenarios to stay out of trouble.

Safety Tips for Monkey Encounters

Much of Asia is home to many species of monkeys. Chance monkey encounters are fun and photo-worthy, but always know what to do if the unpredictable creatures decide to go on the offensive!

How to Avoid Bedbugs in Asia

Bedbugs have made a recent comeback, even infesting five-star hotels around the world. Learn how to check your room for bedbugs to avoid bringing these pests home.

Avoiding and Curing Traveler's Diarrhea

Nearly everyone traveling Asia gets a bad stomach eventually. Read about the causes, symptoms, and cures for traveler's diarrhea.

H1N1 Prevention Tips for Travelers to Asia

Learn how to avoid the dreaded H1N1 virus that has been circulating around Asia.

Sunburn and Sun Protection Tips

Much of Asia is located close to the equator, making for stronger-than-expected sun. Use these tips to avoid looking like the lobster you had for dinner.

Staying Healthy in India

Sanitation and Hygiene still need improvement in India. Learn how to cope and how to keep yourself healthy in these conditions.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

U.S. government website with health information for travelers.

World Health Organization

The international World Health Organization website with information about health concerns worldwide.

Safety Tips for Using Foreign Taxis

Many scams and thefts involve rogue taxis or drivers. Use these safety tidbits to avoid bad situations with taxis.

Choosing Travel Insurance for Southeast Asia

Use this advice for choosing the best policy for your trip to Southeast Asia. Some health insurance policies will provide additional baggage protection for laptops and expensive cameras.

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