Tips For Travellers To The Tropics
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1. Get your shots.
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2. Get an insect repellent.
I made one for mosquitoes by mixing citronella with olive oil. Citronella is an essential oil (an essence). I rubbed the mixture on all exposed areas Try also, East African Safari , Hotels aren't the only place you can stay on vacation!!! morning and night, and after washing. Seemed to do the trick. I put too much oil in, I think, so it smelled a bit. Better that, than being bitten, I say!
3. Wear long sleeved shirts and trousers.
I also wore socks in bed. Give pests no purchase! Mosquitoes are just doing what comes naturally; they need your blood to live. It's just unfortunate that they can pass on parasites when they bite. Deny them a meal, and the only things you'll bring back from your holiday goto, Surf and Sand (resort) and Splashes (spa) in Laguna Beach , Surf and Sand (resort) and Splashes (spa) in Laguna Beach are a silly hat and some souvenir photos. To wear long sleeved garments in bed, you'll need a room with a fan and air conditioning. No need to set them to freezing; just cool, with a slight breeze.
4. Air conditioning.
Air conditioning and fans are supposed to deflect mosquitoes, which is good. Avoid 'going native', and thinking you're as hardy as the locals. goto, South African Sardine Run: Big Animals in Congregation , Street Food in Thailand...A Smorgasbord For All The Senses They get malaria and dengue as well, be sure of that.
5. Use mosquito nets.
Do what you can to keep them at bay. Paranoia is good!
6. Avoid ice and salads
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7. Don't drink the water. Try also, Parador of Santo Estevo, Spain , A Guide to Great Smoky Mountain Vacations
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8. Drink plenty of water. also related, Natural Wonders In Ocho Rios, Jamaica , How Safe Are Ferries?
A few sips every so often, rather than a litre in one go. You'll save on trips Try also, Tourist Property Prices Wilt in Euro Drought , Street Food in Thailand...A Smorgasbord For All The Senses to the lavatory!
9. Stay out of the sun. also related, Mexico: the land of Romantic Beaches , Exhilarating Adventures & Extreme Experiences - Newquay Stag Weekends Brings Out the Hero in You!
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