Episode 69 Ladies Who Travel – Staying Healthy While Exploring: Tips for Body and Mind
In episode 69 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by Shelly and Melissa for a Ladies Who Travel episode all about staying healthy on the road.
Together, they dive into the realities of travel wellness, sharing practical tips, personal stories, and lessons learned from decades of global adventures. From long-haul flights and disrupted routines to managing mental health and bouncing back from injuries, this honest chat covers it all.
Melissa opens up about navigating mental health and healing after injury, Shelly shares how daily habits and supplements help her stay grounded, and Tracy reflects on the importance of slowing down and listening to your body.
Whether you are a frequent flyer or planning your first big trip, this episode offers real-world advice to help you feel your best while exploring the world.
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Episode 69 – What you’ll learn in this episode
📍 How to stay rooted and maintain wellness routines – no matter your travel style or destination
📅 The value of pre-trip planning for mental health and smoother emergencies
🚄 Tips for managing transportation stress, from hydration to avoiding DVT on long journeys
🛏️ Why choosing accommodations with amenities like gyms or quiet surroundings can boost your travel wellness
🥢 Cultural considerations for eating abroad, including the importance of probiotics and what to avoid
😲 Stories of unexpected mishaps – and how adaptability, travel insurance, and kindness can turn a travel crisis around
Places, foods and words/concepts mentioned
Places
- The Whitsundays, Queensland: A tropical paradise explored by sailing and island-hopping, known for snorkelling, reefs, and relaxed getaways.
- Hamilton Island: An idyllic island in the heart of the Whitsundays, perfect for ocean activities and downtime.
- Florida, USA: Shelly’s current base, with high temperatures and regular adventures through Disney parks and resorts.
- Stanthorpe, Queensland: A scenic spot near Brisbane, famous for wineries and walks, ideal for a healthy, relaxing getaway.
- Girraween National Park: A walking destination near Stanthorpe, referenced for easy trails and beautiful scenery.
- India, South Korea, Vietnam, Greece, Thailand, Singapore, Borneo: Various destinations where health-related travel mishaps (from food poisoning to accidents) prompted lessons about preparation and insurance.
Foods
- Chicken Curry (Bangkok hotel room service): Tracy’s culprit for food poisoning on arrival—an example of late-night arrival pitfalls.
- Probiotics: Mentioned as a preventative dietary supplement to avoid stomach upsets, especially in regions with water or food differences.
- Espresso & Cookie: Shelly’s go-to morning routine for comfort and stability while abroad.
- Local Water: Covered as a health consideration; using bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth in destinations where the tap water isn’t safe.
Words/Concepts
- Probiotics: Supplements used to support gut health, especially before travel to countries with differing food and water safety.
- Travel Insurance: Strongly emphasised as a non-negotiable for all travellers, with reminders to consider adventure packages for specific activities.
- DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis): Health risk during long flights; Melissa shares her personal experience and recommends movement and compression socks.
- Admin Day: Shelly’s term for an unscheduled day upon arrival, used for acclimatisation, errands, and reducing stress.
- Google Sheets/Docs: Melissa’s tool of choice for organising travel plans, notes, and access for ease and peace of mind.
- SheWee: Mentioned as a practical item for dealing with difficult public toilets.
- Brushing Teeth with Bottled Water: A habit to develop pre-trip if visiting regions with unsafe tap water, to avoid inadvertent illness.
- Vaccinations: Pre-trip requirement, especially for rabies and region-specific diseases.
Links
Podcasts
- Episode #47– Pack Like a Pro: Essential Tips, Tricks + Travel Hacks
- Episode #56 – Essential Tips for Surviving Long Haul Flights [Ladies Who Travel]
- Episode #43 – Finding Your Ideal Accommodation: Tips, Tricks, and Travel Tales
- Episode #52 – Travel Safe Travel Smart: Real Tips for Every Type of Traveller
- Episode #60 – Lost in Translation: Hilarious English Mix Ups on Your Adventures Abroad
- Episode #65 – Navigating Food Abroad: Tips, Mishaps & Healthy Hacks with the Ladies Who Travel
