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WORLDWIDE | Sat, 4 Feb 2012 | Views [63]
We've gathered all the news you need to Keep Travelling Safely. Today - Three die in Egypt clashes over riot - Bogota's airport faulty practices 'endangers travelers' - French air workers to hold strike next week - Brit Man Goes Overboard On Caribbean Cruise - Britons die after contracting Legionnaires' disease in Spain … read more »
Tags: news-daily, travel-safety
AUSTRIA | Fri, 3 Feb 2012 | Views [411]
Austria – the home of
Mozart, the von Trapps and one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. In fact, most warnings from
fellow travellers are about avoiding the Sound of Music tour in Salzburg rather
than crime hot spots! But that doesn’t mean travellers should drop their guard completely. An influx of immigrants … read more »
Tags: austria, europe, travel-crime, travel-safety
MALDIVES | Fri, 3 Feb 2012 | Views [1048] | Comments [1]
The chances are you come from somewhere far more dangerous and over-regulated than the Maldives, that's why you're going after all. But the relaxed atmosphere does tend to lull some people into forgetting common sense. Just think about whether or not it’s a great idea to leave your wallet open on the table in a bar showing … read more »
Tags: asia, maldives, travel-safety
PHILIPPINES | Thu, 2 Feb 2012 | Views [49]
The
kidnapping of two adventurers in the southern Philippines raises questions
about acceptable risk when travelling.
The Safety Hub's Phil Sylvester says even the most experienced travellers ignore warnings at
their own peril. Adventurers Kidnapped
Disturbing news out of The Philippines this
week … read more »
Tags: adventure, asia, philippines, travel-safety
WORLDWIDE | Wed, 1 Feb 2012 | Views [4356] | Comments [2]
An overseas trip
is almost a rite of passage, and once you
have the travel bug, you've usually got it for life, which means planning the
next trip is always on your mind. Travelling inevitably results in many of
life's great memories – good or bad! Unfortunately, travel plans don’t
always include thinking about … read more »
Tags: common sense, safety, travel-insurance, travel-safety, welcome, worldnomads
COSTA RICA | Tue, 31 Jan 2012 | Views [408]
Costa Rica has
warm tropical beaches, exciting adventures, fascinating culture and the best
that nature has to offer, perfect ingredients for an unforgettable trip. Before
you pack your bags and slather on the sunscreen, however, there are a few
things to consider that will help keep you healthy and … read more »
Tags: central america, costa rica, health, travel-health, travel-safety
LAOS | Thu, 26 Jan 2012 | Views [9514]
(In January 2012 two Australian men died following incidents while tubing at Vang Vieng. Reports say Lee Hudswell fell "awkwardly" from a riverside bar zip line and received head injuries from which he never recovered. On January 26th, 2012, the body of Melbourne teenager Daniel Eimutis was … read more »
Tags: asia, laos, travel-safety, tubing, vang vieng
