Adventure Travel Safety Checklist
WORLDWIDE | Tuesday, 30 June 2009 | Views [1288]
We know you love to travel, and that most of you have been there and done that, but here is a quick checklist of things you just might not have thought of.
Adventure sports and holiday larks
Hiking Holidays - what to pack just in case!
Hiking holidays are a great way to spend your time off. These trips
are often done at new trails and areas you've never been before and
that is part of the excitement.
Scuba Diving - essential safety tips
Scuba diving is one of the world’s most thrilling and fascinating
sports – it’s easy to learn and it’s safe too if you follow some simple
rules.
Snow Safety - Going Big? Get a lid!
Most people I spoke to wouldn't ride a bike trail without wearing their
helmet; it's just too risky. So, why doesn't this translate to snow
sports? Find out why helmets are essential on the slopes. also, some tips for avoiding Frostbite
Surf Safety Tips: in search of the endless summer
We looked to Costa Rica and it's 700 miles of coastline for tips on where and how to stay safe in the surf.
How to Safely Ride a Camel
Now
this is the kind of well-heeled adventure travel advice you might
expect from us. Don't say we don't go to the ends of the earth (with
camel-rash and a sore bum!) to keep you travelling safely.
Staying Healthy Abroad
11 Tips for Overseas Hospital Treatment
You could have sworn that sushi smelt funny. Unfortunately that thought is two hours too late and now you're curled up in the toilet inventing a new guttural language. And then a new fear strikes you. You're in a foreign country, alone, and you really should go to hospital. Or should you? What do you need to know? What should you look out for?
What You Need to Know about Dengue Fever
WorldNomads.com's roving medical expert Dr. Erik McLaughlin MD explains why tropical travelers should get up to speed on Dengue Fever.
Am I at Risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Most international travelers are used to having to sit in the same position, for long periods of time. Airline travel is a prime example of this and is often a necessary evil of discovering new places. Long-distance travel carries with it a risk of DVT (deep vein thrombus), commonly known as blood clots.
Get a Gastro Kit for Upset Tummies!
When Gastro strikes, one simple collection of handy travel items can help you through what is a most unpleasant situation.
8 Tips for Staying Healthy on the Road
Think about how miserable and vulnerable you feel when you're really ill at home... Now multiply that misery by ten when you're alone in a country where medical standards are questionable, you don't speak the language, and you're not sure what you've got. In the firm knowledge that prevention is better than cure, Sensible Sanchez offers up these eight top tips for staying healthy on the road.
6 Tips for Travel Health Before You Go
If you've ever been really sick in a strange land, you know that this is one area you should take seriously. It is at best uncomfortable and at worst, extremely expensive and sometimes frightening. So, before you stuff your bikini or iPod into that backpack, make sure you've also looked after the really important stuff. There is a great deal you can do before you set off to be prepared. Here's Sensible Sanchez’s 6 top health tips.
Travel Safety
Travel Safety Tips from a Policewoman
If it was your job to look for bad guys, be acutely aware of your surroundings and always keep your wits about you, would it change the way you travel?
We talked to Jade, a detective with the Australian Police Force about her upcoming trip and how she successfully travels alone.
Tips for Women Travelers
By taking some basic security precautions both prior to departure and while away, women travelers can greatly reduce the travel risks they might otherwise face.
8 Tips for Keeping Your Luggage Safe
There's two parts to this discussion – planning the right luggage before you go and then how to use it safely when you’re on the road. As usual, Sensible Sanchez says the best advice is just to use your common sense! Read on for more tips we've gathered to keep you travelling safely.
Travel Scams 101
You're sure to meet friendly locals and enjoy warm hospitality on the road – that's the spice of travelling life. However, as at home, not everyone is as genuine as they seem. There are many slick operators out there, not to mention the outright criminals. Sensible Sanchez highlights some of the more common traps for young players here in Travel Scams 101...
Travel Scams – The Advanced Course
Scammers are ultimately people preying on your ignorance for their own benefit. You don't want to spend your holidays wary of everyone and everything around you – travel is after all, an opportunity to try new things. However, even for experienced travellers, sorting out what you see and hear from reality can be tricky. If you've already read Travel Scams 101, here's more food for thought.
Travel Insurance 101
Does your travel insurance cover your adventure?
Sandboarding? Yep! Elephant riding? Yep! Glacier Walking? Yep! Shark Cage Diving? Nope! Check out this A-Z list of activities and find out if your adventure is covered.
Will the Swine Flu Outbreak Affect Your Insurance Cover?
• Check with your provider to see what their cover is as it relates to both cancellation and medical coverage, particularly in regards to travel warnings from your local government.
• Travel insurance policies can vary between underwriters, so please ensure that you read the Policy Wording Documents prior to purchasing.
• Watch WorldNomads.com's Insurance Director, Graham Kingaby, gives an overview of how the current Swine Flu outbreak could affect your travel insurance cover.
Travel Warnings & Terrorism – Are You Covered?
WorldNomads.com's Insurance Director, Graham Kingaby, recently wrote a post on Travel Insurance & Terrorism to better explain when a policy would cover you and when it would not.
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