Stay Well On the Go: Essentials for Healthy Holiday Travel Adventures

The holiday season in Central Florida is nothing short of magical. From immersing yourself in the splendor created every year at WaltDisney World Resort® to checking out local celebrations like Leu Gardens’ Dazzling Nights and more, you and your family are in for a treat with guaranteed memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t forget to bring your camera.

We’re here to help you pack the essentials you’ll need, tips on how to stay healthy while traveling and how to prepare for unexpected health needs while you’re in Central Florida to celebrate the holidays. Keep reading to learn more.

Weather-Specific Packing Tips

Your efforts to stay healthy during your holiday travels start at home. Before your departure, make sure to pack for any variations of weather. If you’re traveling to Central Florida, holiday weather can range from quite cold and dry to warm and humid.

As far as clothing, pack enough clothes for any temperature changes, which is common in Florida. It’s very possible to experience the full spectrum from hot to cold weather during a week here.

You’ll want to include lightweight, breathable cotton clothes for potential warm days, but plan for the time of year and the likelihood of cool or cold weather with clothing you can layer, such as sweaters, comfortable pants and closed-toe shoes.

Don’t forget your sunscreen and to apply it generously to all of your family members before going out in the sun. Even in the wintertime, the Florida sun is deceptively powerful.

Must-Have Items for Theme Parks and Outdoor Attractions

First, be sure to leave enough room in your luggage for souvenirs you’ll be bringing home to help you remember your trip. Essential items to bring with you to the parks are meant to keep you comfortable, energized and warm or cool depending on the weather. Again, pack for any temperature changes:

• Bag to keep your things safe and accessible
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Electrolyte tablets
• Handheld fan
• Portable device charger
• Medications
• Reusable water bottles
• Spray-on sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Sweaters
• Swimsuits (just in case)
• Waterproof jackets
• Ziploc baggies

First-Aid Kit Essentials

First-aid kits are indispensable tools for quick and effective emergency response. They provide reassurance and promote a proactive approach to health and safety. While we hope you won’t need to use it, a first-aid kit to bring with you on your vacation can provide peace of mind. Here’s how to create yours with key travel-friendly items to include:

• Adhesive bandages
• Antibiotic ointment
• Antihistamines
• Burn cream or gel
• Disposable gloves
• Elastic bandages
• First-aid manual
• Hand sanitizer
• Instant cold packs
• Pain relievers
• Resealable plastic bags
• Sterile saline solution
• Sterile gauze pads and adhesive tape
• Thermometer

At Your Service for Unexpected Health Needs

AdventHealth is the #1 hospital in Central Florida for tourists with many locations and vacation-friendly care options available. And remember, no matter where you travel in Central Forida, you’re never far from world-class medical care through AdventHealth’s Telehealth services, 24/7 emergency care, urgent care and prescription and medical equipment delivery for forgotten or emergency medications — including EpiPen refills, allergy prescriptions, insulin and much more.

While we hope you won’t need us, we’re always here if you during your holiday travels. Find resources for a healthy and happy vacation before you arrive and during your visit at AdventHealth.com/StayHealthy or Call844-471-HEAL (4325).

We wish you a happy, healthy holiday vacation in Central Florida.