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EPISODE · Jul 13, 2025 · 10 MIN

The Unavoidable Truth of Travel Illness

from Over the Hill and Far Away: Seniors Who Travel · host Travelling In My 70s

Is It Likely I will get ill travelling? from Wanderlust Over 70 offers insights into the likelihood of travellers experiencing illness while exploring new destinations. The author, Roberta Hill, presents a humorous and experienced perspective on common travel-related ailments, including colds, digestive issues, mosquito bites, jet lag, and dehydration. Roberta shares personal anecdotes and practical advice for mitigating these challenges, emphasizing the importance of hygiene, cautious eating, using insect repellent, and staying hydrated. Ultimately, the source aims to prepare travellers for potential health setbacks with a resilient and lighthearted outlook, promoting the idea that such occurrences rarely diminish the overall joy of discovery.

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