Wednesday, 17 August 2011

Safety Tips for Global Travel Vacations

By Keith Clark


If you are planning a trip abroad, you are most likely concerned about travel security. Global travel and vacations do pose a risk whether or not you're traveling alone or with your family. Here are some simple travel safety tips you can follow with out adding a lot of stress during your trip.

Resort or Hotel Safety

Make sure the area where you plan to remain isn't a high-crime area. Check with a number of hotels in the region and ask what the crime level is in the neighborhood. When staying in a remote luxury resort, make sure you know how you can phone the local medical dispatchers or police in case of an emergency. You might be 20 miles out of town and a desk clerk might not be available to assist you when needed, so prepare in advance just in case.

When exiting your hotel room or the hotel lobby in to the parking lot, check your surroundings for suspicious individuals. Keep your money, credit cards and traveler checks hidden away in a safe place. Steer clear of carrying a purse or handbag openly. If the hotel provides a safe in your room, use it for valuables and money as well.

If traveling with children, never leave them alone or allow them to wander around the hotel. Predators look for kids who're alone and can easily capture them and drag them into a room with out your knowledge.

Make Copies

It's important to make copies of all important documents before leaving. In global travel and vacations, there are usually many papers to keep up with such as licenses, passports, birth certificates, and insurance documents. You need to even copy your credit cards (front and back). Leave these duplicates with someone you trust.

Health Safety

When traveling to Europe, Asia, Africa, India, or any other nation, there may be health issues you need to be aware of in advance. Some nations require vaccination shots prior to crossing the border. Check with your local health department as well as the country's regulations to find out what (if any) health risks exist.

It is also a great idea to get a travel insurance policy in case you need hospital or doctor treatment while away.

Understand the Laws

When traveling to a different nation, it is good to understand the local laws before you arrive. Lack of knowledge is no excuse. If you plan to hire a car while away, learn the street laws and what the signs indicate so you will be prepared to drive.

Create an Itinerary

Before you depart, make an itinerary of the travel plans and give a duplicate to some loved one so somebody will know your travel plan in case of emergencies.

Avoid Travel Scams

If seeking travel info online, be careful of scams. If you are new to travel booking, you can sign on with an experienced travel company that knows the ins and outs of travel. These companies can often get better rates for you on luxury beach resorts, golf hotels and resorts, holiday cruise ships, and so forth. Whether or not you're skiing in the Swiss Alps or visiting the sandy beaches of Greece, you will save time and money. Some companies will even allow one to sell their services and earn an extra income. In the event you love global travel and trips, it can be an thrilling "work at home" business!

Plan ahead for safety, but don't neglect to have fun in your vacation!






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