I want to share with you the story of Sarah Kransnoff, a 74-year-old woman who actually died from jet lag using frequent air travel. It was the year 1971, Sarah and her 14-year-old grandson decided to binge on multi-continental flying (for reasons I have no idea- it’s rumored that

I seem to have a dark cloud over me every time I go on long-distance flights. I say this because every single time I step foot on a plane I always manage to sit behind a screaming baby, in front of a seat kicker, or next to an armrest hogger (yeah, you know who

The term “healthy travel” can encompass so many different things. Here at Messy Bun Traveler, I write content that dives into three key aspects of healthy travel: 1. Physical Health: keeping up a healthy diet and active lifestyle while on the go. 2. Mental Health & Wellness: taking care of your

One of the biggest things that deters people from traveling is the risk of it being “not safe.” I have had numerous conversations with individuals who share with me the sole reason they do not travel

Take a look at the following list of questions and answer “yes” or “no” as honestly as you can.
If you answered yes to any of these questions you may have experienced (or are experiencing) post-vacation depression, also known

It’s safe to say that the beauty of the Philippines is no longer a secret. Hundreds of thousands of people flock from all over the world to see the magnificent emerald rice fields, smoldering volcanoes, pristine blue waterfalls, crystal clear oceans, and of course the smiling, happy

We had just spent three wonderful weeks in the Philippines and were standing in line at the Manila airport ready to check into our flight to Hanoi, Vietnam. We had a 10-day

It’s no secret that a lot of people like to drink while on vacation. Whether it’s because you’re celebrating a special occasion or you’re just trying to let loose and have some fun, alcohol can be a major part of many trips. However, if you’re not careful, drinking can also lead to nasty hangovers. If […]

It’s not just a coincidence or “bad luck” to get sick in some way or another while traveling overseas. I myself have gotten sick on nearly half of the past trips I’ve been on. Sometimes it’s just a nasty stomach bug that lasts for a few hours- sometimes it’s a full

As a college graduate, I spent most of my life studying from textbooks and case studies, newspaper articles, and online journals. I spent five years in a classroom listening to a professor lecture on various topics each day. Although I loved college and learned so much, there are some life lessons no classroom, website, scholarly […]