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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…

July 27, 2020
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!

May 18, 2019
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?…

December 10, 2018
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…

March 19, 2018
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.

September 11, 2017
Wanderwave Wanderbelt And Mini Wallet Review.

The Wanderwave set is a fully comprehensive money belt system designed exclusively for women, and is designed to keep all the essential valuables any intrepid female traveller will need safe, secure and discreetly hidden at all times.

August 31, 2017
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.

March 7, 2017
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,…

November 28, 2016
The Importance Of An Exit Strategy On Your Gap Year.

Would you know what to do in a travel emergency? Or if something went horribly wrong on your gap year and you need to get out or go home in a hurry? If something terrible happens while you are travelling and you need to bail quickly, it is essential that you have an exit strategy…

November 21, 2016
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.

November 11, 2016

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