VACATION AND TRAVEL
Article by Robitussin Company on BPT Website
Holiday havoc?
Consider It Handled
(BPT) - The holiday season is full of magic and wonder - until your flight gets cancelled, your budget is blown, and you fall ill at the worst possible time. Fortunately, staying merry despite common holiday conundrums is easier than you think with the right attitude and a few simple steps.
Here are some of the most notorious holiday hurdles, with practical advice for overcoming them and enjoying the best of the season.
Holiday hang-up: Blown budget
The holidays can get expensive fast. Buying something for everyone on your list shouldn't put you in debt. Instead, think outside the box.
Solution: Organize a gift exchange where each person draws one name and buys one gift. Additionally, consider homemade gifts to cut costs, as well as experiences, like taking kids sledding or ice skating.
Holiday hang-up: Sickness
From holiday travelers being confined in planes and trains to loved ones gathering under one room for festivities, it's no surprise that germs are rampant during the holidays. Germs are not a gift anyone wants to receive and they can quickly strip a joyous occasion of all its fun. In fact, a recent survey by Robitussin found that 68 percent of people have been sick and miserable during holiday gatherings and 24 percent have had a holiday gathering ruined because a family member was sick.
Solution: Tis the season of giving, but sharing your germs will get you on Santa's naughty list. One sick person at Christmas dinner can turn into the whole family ringing in the New Year while sick in bed. If you feel ill, be prepared with a medicine like Robitussin Severe Multi-Symptom Cough Cold + Flu, which provides relief
"If you're still not feeling yourself when festivities are occurring, it's best to stay home."