Holidays

[Anthonyian]

Can anyone give me any tips about going on a short flight hols I would love to go on hol more for my husband we have. Ot had a holiday since I was told I had Parkinson's 5 years ago .

[M_rosew]

Not sure what exactly has stopped you travelling? Don't put it off any longer. Tell your holiday insurer you have PD, but it shouldn't change the price. If you can pre-book your seat, choose an aisle seat near the door and toilet. Consider booking airport assistance if you will change planes. Take a walking stick even if you don't normally use one. Plan for airport security systems to make things easy for yourself, eg: use a cross-body handbag so you are hands free. Follow carefully rules about carrying liquids etc. Put camera+phone+tablet in one transparent bag for easier handling. Wear slip-on shoes, no belt, and have empty pockets. Practice handling your passport and tickets. Make a written medication timetable to account for time zones (outward and back). Pack all medication with list and copy prescription in your handbag. Take juicy sweets in case you're without water when you need a tablet. Enjoy!

[Anthonyian in reply to M_rosew]

Hi thanks for this excellent advice. We have spoke about booking a hol and hopefully we will go to travel agent next week kind regards.

[M_rosew in reply to Anthonyian]

Well done you!

[Anthonyian in reply to M_rosew]

Hi thanks for this excellent advice. We have spoke about booking a hol and hopefully we will go to travel agent next week kind regards.

[Anthonyian in reply to M_rosew]

Hi thanks for this excellent advice. We have spoke about booking a hol and hopefully we will go to travel agent next week kind regards.

[Court]

The advice given by your first reply covers everything you need to know. You don't say whether you use a wheelchair or not and how much help you would need. I always keep medication with me on the plane, plus a bottle of water, and also spare meds in my case.

I always prepare well in advance and leave plenty of time to book in etc. I was diagnosed 7 years ago and have enjoyed a holiday abroad each year.

[soup]

Have a great time. We have never had any trouble travelling due to Parkinson's and we do more long haul flights than short ones.

Prepare and declare is the advice. Declare your Parkinson's and any other health conditions to the insurance company and declare your meds to the immigration and customs as necessary.

[anneks]

my husband has PD so when we travel I look for places to stay that have a kitchen and are nice in themselves. I plan on him having down times and needing to get to the bathroom easily. Also look for spots that will avoid lots of long trips so we have immediate access to our sight seeing. Once were stopped for 30 min hal fway across the Brooklyn bridge. I always pack crackers and water and gum and I don't expect to do things at my pace. I ?try to find bike rentals as that allows him more mobility and greater enjoyment. Outdoor venues are best. Locate restrooms ahead of time and plan for quick and easy exits, aisle seats at concerts, ect. It is worth the effort!

[Jupeter]

Depending on your finances, I would recommend a cruise, especially if you live near one of the major Cruise Terminals, e.g. Southampton, Liverpool etc. I have a folding Scooter which I take and it is ideal for getting around the ship and the excursions, where suitable. The stewards are very helpful in the dining rooms or getting on/off ship. You get to see lots of different places and there is no airport hassle to deal with.

If you can take short notice holidays then the cruises also offer bargain rates with as much as 50% reduction! If you live a distance from the terminals then they arrange coach pickups from as far as Scotland to Southampton!

[Anthonyian in reply to Jupeter]

Hi Jupeter thanks for your reply my husband would love to go on a cruise but I am nervous about cruising we are going to travel agents this afternoon to see what they have got available and hopefully we will be going sometime in October.

[muragod]

good advice Worth to note for PD patient

[Pappy214]

I've had pd 6 yrs and flew to Europe , visited 4 countries , stayed 30 days and did it alone had a blast pd shouldn't restrict your travels may limit some activities but JUST DO. IT