Category Archives: Safety when travelling

bSafe Review – Travel App of the Month September 2017

Following on from our theme earlier this month of travel safety, we thought it would be timely to feature a personal safety app. Introducing bSafe, a FREE app designed to keep you safe when you might feel at your most … Continue reading

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10 Safety Tips For First Time Travellers

Stay safe abroad with these easy to remember tips for first time travellers. 1. Walk tall A confident stride, with head held high will give off a “don’t mess with me“ signal, and it will also mean you are more … Continue reading

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How To Avoid Food Poisoning On Holiday

According to the Centre for Disease Control, traveller’s diarrhoea affects between 30 and 70% of travellers – here’s what you need to do to stay well next time you go away! What is food poisoning? It is any food-borne illness … Continue reading

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The Biggest Firework Festivals of 2017

If you are looking for a break that packs a big bang for your bucks, then maybe you should plan your next adventure around a firework festival! Here are some of the most impressive firework themed events that are happening … Continue reading

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Can Travel Insurance Save You From These Deadly Creatures?

Travel insurance is pretty good at making sure that travellers get home safe and sound after something nasty has happened. Being airlifted off a mountain after a skiing accident for example, or getting someone on the next flight home should … Continue reading

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The Most Common Snowboarding Injuries (And How To Avoid Them)

Snowboarding is often seen as skiing’s younger, cooler and more daring counterpart. It began in the 1960s, when engineer Sherman Poppen fastened two skis together to help his daughter learn to ski, and was soon taken up and developed by … Continue reading

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Visiting Thailand? Dos and Don’ts Following King’s Death

The death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on October 13 has plunged Thailand into a state of mourning not seen for many decades. Although this event has affected Thais deeply, they remain welcoming to holidaymakers keen to enjoy the country’s castor … Continue reading

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Road Trip 101 – Everything you need to know before you go!

Hitting the highway for your holiday? Make sure you read our awesome guide to planning a road trip! We cover everything you need to know from what essentials to pack, planning your route and budgeting for fuel, food and fun … Continue reading

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Travel Tips For Women Travelling Solo

Couchsurf or Airbnb with great care – make sure you only ever choose somewhere with lots of good, legitimate reviews, or go by a trusted recommendation. Don’t pay more than you should for travel insurance – choose a policy that … Continue reading

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Travel Health and Safety – Have You Packed These?

There is little doubt that sun cream will be top of your packing list this summer – but have you ever considered what other items might be worth taking on holiday? We share some top products that might just keep … Continue reading

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