Germaphobia, or Mysophobia is often the brunt of jokes in sitcoms, and comedy routines which take it to a ridiculous level. How can we forget Niles Crane wiping down his chair at Cafe Nervosa, or Mr. Monk insisting for a “wipe!”

The sad truth is Mysophobia is not anything like they portray it on comedy shows. It’s a real issue for many people, and traveling can be a nightmare of frustration. Traveling either makes them completely miserable or they miss out on traveling simply because they don’t want to worry about all the hassle. The reality of the battle of germs and traveling are no greater than when a person has to rely on public transportation services to get around.

At Brilliant, we’ve provided luxury transportation to many clients that were concerned about the cleanliness of our vehicles. A lot of our clients are curious of the cleanest ways to get around. There are ways to travel and keep the germs at bay, but it takes preparation and vigilance to stay aware of the dangers of germs at all times.

This article is meant to educate those who may know someone with Mysophobia and for those who struggle with it on a daily basis. These are the things we’ve found you can do to make sure your mode of travel is as sanitary as absolutely possible.

Now that we know our beloved 49ers will be playing the Seahawks in the NFC Championship game, it’s time to figure out the best way to get to the Emerald City before kickoff. This can be a bit of an issue if you’re traveling from San Francisco, especially since flights are sure to be packed.

There are several options to choose from, especially for those who prefer a more luxurious experience over a cramped middle seat in the budget rows of a crowded airplane. Luckily, you're traveling to a city that offers plenty in the realm of luxury to experience before and after the big game.

Fine dining, world-class hotels, and the Pike Place Market will give you enough to enjoy your trip experience no matter who wins or loses. (Yeah, right!)