From packing medicines to health checks: Essential tips before travelling with your parents

Ever dreamt of taking your parents on that trip to the scenic valleys of Switzerland or maybe the streets of Malaysia? Or perhaps Munnar? But travelling with senior parents isn’t as easy as travelling with a bunch of friends. Here are a few tips for travelling with senior parents.

 

 

1. Medical clearance: The golden ticket 

 

Before you book the plane ticket, call your doctor friend, channel your motherly instincts, and ensure that the routine health check-up is done. You want your folks fit to travel, not making frequent stops at clinics.

 

2. Planned itinerary: Flexibility is key 

 

Do your research, but don’t stick to it like glue; sometimes the best adventures happen when walking to the nearest ice cream shop. Make room for some scenic stops and slow walks.

 

3. Comfortable transport and accommodations

 

No one wants a layover that feels like half the trip is over; go for direct flights and comfy seats. Opt for accommodations with elevator facilities and accessible restrooms, keeping in mind the nearest attractions!

 

4. Carry all necessary medicines: The little black pouch

 

Have those prescriptions, allergy lists, and all necessary potions on hand. Carry extras, if you must. 

 

5. Hydration and glucose: The secret survival kit 

 

Whether it’s burning hot or chilly, keep those electrolytes and glucose ready to be chugged. Nothing drops faster than those energy counts.

 

6. Stay connected with friends and folks

 

Keep those phones charged and those group chats buzzing. You want to stay connected, so your parents can share their adventures…or ask you for help when they get lost looking for the restroom.

 

7. Keep essentials handy

 

Have IDs, sanitisers, tissues, and a tiny first-aid kit ready because who knows what the universe has planned for you?

 

8. Cameras and journals: Memory stash 

 

Grab those cameras and journals because one day, you’ll look back and cherish these moments. Plus, it’ll be all the more fun when you have photographic evidence of your dad stealing mom’s food!

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