For most of us, every holiday is an adventure and we want to make the most of every moment. Staying healthy and comfortable is a key part of any holiday, especially when backpacking on a budget in Asia. It’s easy to think that you’ll need to be self-contained in the original sense of backpacking but the key is to travel light, keeping mobile rather than being bogged down by your gear. Remember, you’ll be able to buy most things you need to replace during your travels so when you set out you are looking to pack key kit in your rucksack that will last the trip.

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Adventure holiday or trip of a lifetime? Most the most of the time and experience by following our down to earth tips and advice for trekkers. Read the rest of this entry »

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It’s an odd thought but mosquitoes cause more deaths than any other creatures so it’s vital that you don’t drop your guard in terms of preventative measures. Top tips for preventing bites: Read the rest of this entry »

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Trekking in South East Asia is full of variety and challenge from mountain peaks to jungle trails. Exploring the latter can pose problems you’ll not normally experience. Happily, awareness, care, common sense and our tips will help you to avoid trouble. Read the rest of this entry »

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We have some handy hot weather  advice on how to cope with heat-related health problems when on holiday:

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Named as one of  Entrepreneur magazines’‘100 Brilliant Companies’ is Fit for Trips, a pre-travel fitness company that offers customised programs to get travellers in shape for physical adventures such as climbing Kilimanjaro or heli-skiing the Canadian Rockies. Fitness programs are conducted virtually and include videos, charts to track progress, and access to professional fitness coaches – all via the internet and printable or downloadable to portable devices like iPods. Each program is precisely tailored to the type of trip and level of difficulty, whether walking, hiking, paddling, climbing, or other activity. Similarly, being physically prepared for an adventure trip reduces the chances of injury, soreness and fatigue or failure to complete an activity like summiting a mountain. “I founded Fit for Trips to ensure that any traveler with an adventurous desire could fulfill their dream. Our customized programs make it possible for more travelers to go on adventures—and enjoy them beyond expectations,” says founder Marcus Shapiro. For more information on the specialised programs offered, visit the website: www.fitfortrips.com.

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Earlier this year, WWF-UK published Livewell which showed how people could eat in a way that was good both for them and the environment. Now, Livewell’s five Christmas ambassadors present their top tips to make festive fare healthy for you and the planet:

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First aid, for most of us most of the time, is about comfort rather than survival and everybody benefits from a simple first aid course (try St John Ambulance  – www.sja.org.uk). In an ideal world, all outdoor enthusiasts and travellers would pack a first aid kit with their gear and know what to do in an emergency. Rather than pack a huge kit to try to cover all possibilities, it’s a good idea to keep a core of items that form the basis and add to it as appropriate for a longer trip or trek. Keeping a box of useful items at home means it takes no time to customise the basic first aid kit.

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Deserts can appear to be exciting but intimidating places; our advice will help you make the most of trips and adventure holidays in these challenging environments. Read the rest of this entry »

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Trekking for day after day makes unfamiliar demands on your body but our tips will help you make the most of your adventure. Read the rest of this entry »

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