Sometimes we learn simply by doing and from experience – especially when it’s an issue most people don’t talk about. Based upon my observations, it seems most people aren’t talking about the sweat and smells associated with travelling. That’s why I feel inspired to share some tips of which most were learned the hard way. 
Tip 1: I’m sure most people have enough sense to pack only clean clothes in their suitcase. But for a boost of freshness and to help prevent a potential musty odor, I like to pack 4 fabric softener sheets. One sheet is tucked against each inside wall of the suitcase.
Tip 2: If you’re like me, you do a lot of walking and exploring by foot when you travel. So a can of shoe freshener is a must. Simply spray into each shoe and let sit overnight.
Tip 3: Speaking of shoes, I’ve learned that if the weather is warm enough that it helps to do most of my walking in sandals. Not only does it keep feet cooler and less sweaty, it also helps prevent potential rash and irritation on the top of my feet.
Tip 4: For years I’d been using deodorants and anti-perspirants with no problems. But when I made my first trip to Europe, suddenly I had a big problem. I can only guess that the anti-perspirant chemicals with a situation of wearing long sleeves in an enclosed aircraft for 9 hours was not a good combination. What started off as an annoying itch in my underarms started spreading down my rib cage resulting in a painful, itchy, and very ugly rash. Later I learned that the aluminum used in deodorants, which your body absorbs, can even be harmful to your brain. The solution was to simply use deodorants with all-natural ingredients, and which are free from aluminum and potentially harmful chemicals.
Tip 5: I also learned, the hard way, that the same problems can happen with soaps. Again, I switched to all-natural soaps and have not had anymore problems with allergic reactions and itchy rashes. I never travel out of town without it.
Tip 6: As a non-athletic person, jock itch is never a concern for me. However, it did become a concern on a trip I took. As you may know, it can be caused by heat, humidity, tight clothing, friction/abrasion, and possibly microorganisms or bacteria. A preventative measure is to apply an anti-fungal powder or a lubricant like petroleum jelly to the area of concern. Wearing loose fitting cotton underwear can also help. And we all know that prevention is always the best cure!
Tip 7: I imagine there’s a wide variety of ways people pack when they travel. Personally, I always travel light as possible. It’s usually involves a small carry on size suitcase and a personal item size case with a variety of pockets. Inside one of the bigger pockets I place a plastic bag from the grocery store to contain dirty laundry. Sealing the plastic bag ensures no foul smells escape. Of course, we always use whatever laundry services or machines that are available in order to minimize the amount of dirty laundry we bring back home.
Tip 8: And finally, there’s always eateries and food vendors tempting us when we’re out travelling and having fun. That’s why you should always have breath mints with you. If possible, a small travel size bottle of mouthwash in a travel bag or purse is really helpful too.
I hope these tips will help your travel experience and if you have any related tips for these matters, please share below on this blog. Thank you!