When it’s time for vacation, you might feel like a kid before Christmas morning. There are so many things to see and do, and there are also things to worry about. But if you end up having trouble sleeping while you’re traveling, the results could be dangerous.
When you’re away from home, you have to be more alert, to begin with, and you can’t be rested if you haven’t had enough sleep.
Here are five reasons why it’s dangerous not to get rest while traveling.
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Kids will run circles around you
When you’re traveling with kids, you really have to be on your toes at all times. Now more than ever, it’s important to keep tabs on everyone. Because if someone gets separated from the pack, they’re less likely to know what to do. And so are you. If you’re traveling to a foreign country, your children may not speak the language, and you may not have a cellphone. This all adds to the level of danger you’ll experience. And that’s why it’s so important to get rest whenever you’re going to be traveling.
- You’re more susceptible to crime
You know how it is when you haven’t had enough sleep. You move from one place to another, like a zombie. You aren’t as alert as you typically would be, and that means you’re more susceptible to criminals who may be lurking. You may not have all your wits about you when someone convinces you to take a shady route or get involved in a scam. And you’re less likely to notice people who may be waiting to pick your pocket or swipe your stuff. For that matter, when you’re tired, you’re more likely to leave important things behind (like a purse or wallet).
- You might get lost
Have you ever zoned out when you were tired? We’ve all been there. Or maybe you fall asleep on a bus and miss your stop. You’re never going to be at your best when you’re tired, and that’s going to work against you when you’re traveling.
- You’re more likely to miss your flight
Doesn’t it seem like obstacles jump out in your way when you’re tired? When you haven’t had enough sleep, it’s like Murphy’s Law is at work in full force. You’re more likely to be running late, which means you’re much more likely to miss flights, trains, and buses.
- You could be involved in a car accident
And if you aren’t taking public transportation, the dangers of driving while drowsy are more intense. If you take a look at statistics in a popular travel destination such as California, many fatal collisions happen as a result of drowsy driving. And you don’t want to put yourself or anyone else at risk.
There are so many reasons why you might want to get enough rest while you’re traveling, but the safety of you and your family are paramount.
Do whatever you can to rest well before and during your travels to ensure everyone remains happy and healthy. Family vacations are all about making great memories, so let’s keep it that way!
I’m a 20-something stay-at-home mother and wife. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful daughter, two loving dogs, and a lazy cat. I wouldn’t change my life for anything! I love to read, listen to music, cook and blog!
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