Do you think that you are getting enough sleep? Maybe not. Studies confirmed that most adults have been depriving themselves of the amounts of sleep needed. You now may think that: “Half an hour short of sleep won’t hurt me.” It does – especially if this becomes habitual. Each half or even only a quarter of an hour lack of…
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Safety On Public Transportation Overseas
If a country has a pattern of tourists being targeted by criminals on public transport, that information is mentioned in the Country Specific Information in the section about crime. Taxis. Only take taxis clearly identified with official markings. Beware of unmarked cabs. Trains. Well-organized, systematic robbery of passengers on trains along popular tourists routes is a problem. It is more…
Camping Gear What You Need To Know
There’s something about heading off to visit Mother Nature, with nothing but you, lots of trees and a cheerful campfire. It’s the best way to experience total peace and quiet. There are no other people, no smog, nothing to do but relax for the weekend. If this sounds irresistible to you, then make sure you do some planning before you…
Lightweight Backpacking Techniques
These lightweight backpacking tips and techniques are options or ideas, not recommendations. I tend towards the extreme side of ultralight backpacking, and if you don’t know yourself or your skills, some of these techniques will get you into trouble. A good example of this is the “natural mattress” that allows you to leave your sleeping bag behind. With this technique,…
A Checklist Of Basic Camping Gear
One of the most popular family events for summer outings is camping, and to have a safe and fun vacation or holiday it is important to have the right camping gear. Since there are so many different types of camping gear on the market today, for those just getting starting it can be a bit overwhelming. While there are lots…
Sleeping Pill Suicide Information
Statistically speaking, a sleeping pill overdose is among the most common ways used by women to attempt or to commit suicide. Sleeping pills act by slowing down the body functions, by relaxing the muscles, and chemically lulling a person to sleep. In theory, a sleeping pill overdose would pretty much shut down the entire body, including the nervous system, respiratory…
Banish Insomnia Sleep Safe With Amino Acids
There is something most uncivilized about living in a civilized world. What is it? It’s hard to get good night’s sleep. Some of this punishing sleep deprivation is voluntary. Too much to do. Too much to see. Too many responsibilities. Not enough sleep. For many people, sleep is a desperate need. People toss and turn, but sleep does not come.…
A Backpack With Wheels
I wouldn’t have thought a backpack with wheels would actually work for backpacking, but when I saw the web site for the “Wheelpacker”(TM), I was impressed. You wear a frame that attaches you to a wheeled pack. It can even go over logs and rocks. It started me thinking about what other backpacking innovations are just waiting to be marketed.…
Good Things To Know About Sleeping Bags
One of the best things to remember from the trips in the country is the experience of spending the night under the stars. One of your most important companions in these nights is the sleeping bag, the friend that never leaves your side, whereever you go. Sleeping bags are available in many different types, depending on where the person intends…