Indonesian Health Minister, Siti Fadilah Supari has stated that the country will ask all people arriving from swine-flu affected countries to wear face masks for at least three days after arrival. "Visitors from infected countries should wear masks. It's a precautionary ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Indonesian Minister: Tourists should wear masks
Indonesian Health Minister, Siti Fadilah Supari has stated that the country will ask all people arriving from swine-flu affected countries to wear face masks for at least three days after arrival. "Visitors from infected countries should wear masks. It's a precautionary ...Grand Canyon hiking: Tips on how not to have a heart attack
If hiking the Bright Angel Trail, or any other trail that leads down into the Grand Canyon is the stuff of your dreams, be warned--it isn't the easiest thing to do. Sure, going down is fine. That path of switchbacks, often with mule pee at every turn, beckons downward. "This ...Gadlinks for Friday 6.26.09
Aloha, Gadling readers! My apologies for the delayed Gadlinks for Friday. The surf here in Hawaii has been pretty swell (pun intended), so I've been in the water for the past few days. Really. Here's a look at the latest travel-worthy links:
Matador's given us 6 reasons ...Hiker trampled to death by cattle
While the English countryside is generally a safe and relaxing place to hike, tragically a woman has died after being trampled by stampeding cattle. The incident occurred along the popular Pennine Way in Yorkshire on Sunday. The victim was crossing a field in which there was ...Travel tips from New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof
For my money, New York Times op-ed columnist Nicholas Kristof is one of the best in the business. His dogged reporting on the atrocities in Darfur has brough much-needed attention to that region, and his yearly "Win a trip to Africa with Nick Kristof" contest inspires young ...Top 5 cruise ship spas
Being on a cruise seems luxurious enough. To add to the glam and relaxation, though, consider a spa visit. Frankly, if I were on a cruise, I'm not sure if I would need a spa--the cruise seems like it might be enough pleasure. On second thought, a person to massage my feet ...Gadling gear review - NOZIN nasal sanitizer
That is right dear readers - the title really does say "nasal sanitizer". This Gadling gear review is going to give you a quick look at NOZIN. NOZIN is a long lasting antiseptic, designed to create a barrier against germs. The product consists of a small (8ml) bottle and 30 ...Travel warning to Mexico canceled as swine flu fears ease
Yesterday the U.S. Centers for Disease Control lifted its warning that travelers avoid non-essential trips to Mexico as fears over the swine flu have faded.
The CDC wrote on its website that "the Mexican outbreak is slowing down in many cities... [and] the United States ...Swine flu symptoms? Next holiday in Mexico is free
It's a bummer to get sick on a vacation. Anyone who has been holed up in a hotel with the chills or worse instead of out enjoying the trip that you paid for can vouch for that. Illness isn't great for tourism either. Mexico tourism has hit the skids because of H1N1 virus, ...Galley Gossip: Nut allergies on the airplane
Recently Patricia Aspinall, of Travel Savvy Mom, wrote an interesting article about her experience on board a flight to the Caribbean with a passenger who had a nut allergy, while traveling with her husband and daughter, a two and a half year-old. Like my own two year-old, ...Possible swine flu on Alaska cruise ship
The numbers of cruise ship bookings to Alaska are down this year, and with a possible case of swine flu detected on board one ship in Alaska waters, I'm worried they could very well go down even more. The Associated Press reports today that "a female crew member of the ...Gadling Take FIVE: Week of May 2--May 8
Sometimes a Gadling post grabs one's attention and you think, "Gaad!"
That's what I thought when I read Scott's post about the flesh eating bacteria that killed a man while he was on a cruise. I'm heading off on my first cruise in August. Naturally, a flesh-eating ...Flesh eating bacteria consumes cruise passenger in 24 hours
Have you had your breakfast/lunch/dinner yet? Because this story is bound to upset your stomach. While on a Mediterranean cruise, 58 year old Raymond Evans hurt his knee during a fall. The injury was nothing serious, but the ships doctor put Mr. Evans on an antibiotic ...Five reasons to stay on hiking trails: One can save your life.
As spring beckons people to outdoor endeavors, it doesn't hurt to do a run-down of what is the best outdoor behavior to stay safe and not damage nature in the process of enjoying it. Here are five reasons for staying on a trail when hiking. They are not in any order of ...Need a spiritual fix? Try Egypt
For every type of person, there's a travel experience that's a perfect fit. For people who are interested in a spiritual uplift, Egypt offers an opportunity to experience pyramids and ancient sites with a different lens. Instead of walking through a pyramid thinking mostly ...Flight attendant afraid of dogs, wants blind woman to move
Guide dogs that people who are blind use in order to have mobility and independence are not like any other dogs. First, they know how to take up very little space if needed. They also don't bark. They don't bite. They don't run around. They stay close to the person they work ...Mexico and being "Mexican Enough"
As the scare over the swine flu escalates and the border regions grow increasingly violent, it's about time we put some perspective on what exactly is going on in Mexico. Just two months ago, I contemplated whether or not Mexico was a dangerous travel destination, and the ..."Taken" (the movie) and travel safety
Cuba Libre: Travel observations and tips
Cuba is one of the most distinct places in the world. I can say this with complete certainty having traveled to nearly 50 countries on this globe and never encountered anything like it. During the brief two weeks I was there, I was able to enjoy the hospitality of a most ...Cuba Libre: Being sick and discovering "Cash Cab" in Cuba
[Though this might look like the U.S. Capitol, it is actually Havana's Capitolio. The strange resemblance makes even stranger sense when you get to the "Cash Cab" comparison at the end of this post.] Peter and Frank planned to leave for Trinidad on Monday, leaving Lora and ...
