Tag: gap year safety

  • Expert Tips For Backpacking Through Europe.

    Backpacking through Europe is a dream for many, but is not always as easy as other destinations. Europe is a unique melting pot of culture, architecture, cuisine, history and heritage, but it can also be expensive and with 44 distinct countries each with their own cultures, norms, rules and regulations, it can be confusing too.…

  • Expert Travel Tips For Staying Safe During Civil Or Political Unrest.

    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 with any type of civil unrest whilst travelling the world. Many political demonstrations are not…

  • Is Travel In Egypt Really Safe?

    With so many travel warnings and media scaremongering a lot of travellers are simply afraid to travel to Egypt, but is Egypt really dangerous? Is it really not safe to travel to Egypt? Get the real story on how safe Egypt is from travellers who are actually there!

  • How To Avoid Trouble On Your Gap Year.

    Taking a gap year is an amazing adventure and the majority of backpackers don’t have any problems at all on their big backpacking trip around the world, but there are times when things can get a bit out of hand, when problems arise or when you just find yourself in a situation you weren’t prepared…

  • How To Outsmart And Avoid Pickpockets On Your Gap Year

    How To Outsmart And Avoid Pickpockets On Your Gap Year

    Avoiding pickpockets when travelling starts with understanding how they exploit crowds, distractions and easy access to your belongings. Learn how to recognise those opportunities and build layers of protection that help you explore the world safely

  • 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. 

  • How Not To Get Murdered, Killed Or Kidnapped On Your Gap Year.

    The media is rife with tales of backpackers coming to a sticky and untimely end on their gap years, salivating over details of all the monsters that lurk in the shadows the second you get off that plane. Listen to these expert tips instead of the media hype and learn how not to get murdered,…

  • Why I hate Money Belts (And Why You Shouldn’t Wear Them).

    Money belts are an almost ubiquitous piece of travel equipment, but should you wear a money belt on your gap year? I can’t stand them, never wear one and think they do very little to decrease the risk of becoming a victim or losing your important documents. Here’s why.

  • Travel Safety Advice For Arriving At A New Destination.

    For many travellers, arriving in a new city or country for the first time is often when they are at their most vulnerable, especially for those travelling solo. Here are some basic but expert travel safety tips that will decrease any risk to you and keep you safe.

  • Why Travel Insurance Is Essential On Your Gap Year

    Why Travel Insurance Is Essential On Your Gap Year

    Travel insurance is not about expecting the worst; it is about protecting yourself if it happens. Here is what backpackers and gap year travellers need to know about medical cover, repatriation, gadgets, activities, cancellations, GHIC/EHIC limits and the small-print exclusions that can make or break a claim.