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It\u2019s exceptionally important to practice good hygiene habits while traveling amidst a global pandemic. Just small hygiene habits can make a huge difference in keeping you fresh, and keeping vacation illness at bay.<\/strong> About time we all turn into Monica from F.R.I.E.N.D.S<\/em> when traveling to curb the chances of the virus spreading further. But since there wasn\u2019t an episode on that, we\u2019ll break down the possible travel hygiene tips she\u2019d maintain to stay squeaky clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting With The No-Brainers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wash Your Hands At Frequent Intervals<\/strong> – This is a habit we probably picked up in school and is super basic but essential when traveling. So make sure you wash your hands for as long as it takes to sing \u2018Happy Birthday\u2019.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Washing hands frequently is a travel hygiene tip that is basic but ignored. Photo by M\u00e9lissa Jeanty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Trim Your Nails <\/strong>– When you have long fingernails, you\u2019re automatically providing refuge to tons of bacteria and dirt. That\u2019s something you want to avoid 100% of the time when traveling. With longer nails, there\u2019s a chance of it chipping or breaking off too. This may not be a big injury to sustain, but it can quickly be an annoyance. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to cut your toe and fingernails before leaving home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cover Your Nose And Mouth When You Cough Or Sneeze<\/strong> – For those of you who have been doing this even before it became a thing, we\u2019re proud of you! This is the most basic way to prevent others around you from getting sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drink H20<\/strong> – Hydrating when traveling can solve a ton of problems for you. If you feel groggy or just bleh, it\u2019s because your body is crying for water. This is something that can ruin those travel plans you have for the day, so hydrate!<\/strong> We also suggest you start your morning by drinking a glass of water to flush toxins out of your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7 Proactive Travel Hygiene Tips To Maintain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Disinfect Surfaces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re backpacking in Himachal<\/a> or river rafting in Leh<\/a>, the new normal calls us to disinfect our surfaces from time to time. If you\u2019re sitting for a meal at a restaurant, use disinfecting wipes to give the table a quick wipe. Even in a car, it\u2019s best to wipe the handle before opening the door just as a safety precaution to ensure the germs aren\u2019t traveling on your hand<\/strong>. In cases where you can\u2019t disinfect, you can use your elbow. For instance, use your elbows to press a button in an elevator or push open a door instead of using your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From all the surfaces that we come in contact with regularly, don\u2019t forget to wipe your phone (on which you mindlessly scroll or chat with your fingertips that might carry germs!) Your mobile phone should ideally be disinfected very often since it also comes in contact with your face. <\/strong>To remain even more careful, you can consider using earphones if you\u2019ve run out of wipes to disinfect your phone. These are tiny travel hygiene tips to take to protect yourself from getting exposed to bacteria in your surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make A Hygiene Bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your hygiene bag is something that should be packed with everything that will help you remain squeaky clean on a vacation. You want to give this bag equal importance as the outfits you\u2019re going to pack for the trip. <\/strong>Ideally, your go-to hygiene bag should have the following items in it –\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n