Political or civil unrest is an unfortunate reality in modern society and can be experienced anywhere, in any country at any time. From political protests and rallies to full blown riots, here are some expert tips to avoid and deal…
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Expert Travel Tips For Staying Safe During Civil Or Political Unrest.
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Posted in Travel Safety
Posted in Travel Safety
Travelon Anti Theft Active Daypack Review.
The Travelon Anti Theft Active Daypack is a small yet feature packed backpack that is designed to significantly reduce the risk of your belongings being stolen or pickpocketed whilst you are travelling, but still be agile enough to be practical as a day to day travel exploration pack or a small carry on backpack.
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Posted in Reviews, Travel Safety
Posted in Reviews, Travel Safety
Is It Safe To Travel To Egypt?
Is it safe to travel to Egypt? A decade of media scaremongering, terror attacks, political unrest, violent protests, constant warnings about safety and hassle and government advice advising against travel have left many travellers thinking is it safe to travel to Egypt at all. But is this really accurate? Is Egypt really too dangerous to travel to? Here is the real truth about travel safety in Egypt.
Is Solo Travel Safe? Essential Gap Year Safety Tips For All Solo Backpackers.
Solo travel is an amazing way to see the world and countless backpackers head off on solo gap years every single day, have a life changing adventure and have the absolute time of their lives, but is it safe to travel solo? Is backpacking or taking a solo gap year really too dangerous? Especially for women? Let’s look at the absolute facts and see if solo travel really is safe or not with expert safety advice for all solo backpackers.
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Posted in Travel Safety
Posted in Travel Safety
Is It Safe To Travel In Ethiopia?
Is Ethiopia safe to travel to? When people think of travelling to Ethiopia the question of safety and security always comes up thanks to outdated stereotypes of civil war, poverty and famine. Is it too dangerous to travel in Ethiopia? Are travellers in danger if they go? The truth of the matter is the reality is very different to what people assume.
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Posted in Travel Safety
Posted in Travel Safety
Is It Safe To Travel To Jerusalem?
Jerusalem is increasingly popular as a city break destination but with recent tensions and political flashpoints in Israel is it too dangerous for travellers to even consider going to the country? Is Jerusalem itself safe for travel?
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Posted in Travel Safety
We Need To Change How We Think About Travel Safety.
Too many people are afraid of travelling the world. They think taking a gap year is dangerous and backpacking is too risky. There are risks out there for travellers, but they should be prepared for, not feared. Fear should never stop anyone from travelling, and it is about time everyone changed the way they think about travel safety.
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Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety
Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety
Should You Travel To Dangerous Countries?
The world is filled with countries that are seemingly off limits to any mere mortal traveller. With tales of extreme danger, endless conflict and terrorist attacks filling the headlines, is anywhere safe to travel to? And should you travel to those countries that are deemed unsafe?
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Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety, Travel Talk
Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety, Travel Talk
How To Outsmart And Avoid Pickpockets And Thieves On Your Gap Year.
Having your valuables stolen whilst on your gap year is one of many travellers worst fears. Fortunately there are a lot of ways you can outsmart thieves and pickpockets when travelling and ensure that your valuables stay exactly where they are supposed to be.
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Posted in Travel Safety
Posted in Travel Safety
Is Australia Becoming Too Dangerous For Backpackers Fearful Of Sexual Assault?
With the media sensationalising more and more high profile cases of backpackers and gap year travellers in Australia becoming victims of serious crimes, questions are being asked whether or not Australia is becoming too dangerous for young female backpackers.
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Posted in Travel Safety
Posted in Travel Safety
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