Holiday dangers are looming everywhere. Most of the time, tourists are the prime victims. It is imperative that you have to be aware of possible danger while on travel. You have to gear yourself with knowledge on what to do in case the unexpected happens.
Here are the top 10 Holiday dangers that you have to avoid as shared by Worldwide Insure:
1. Losing Important Documents - Before you embark on your journey, have your necessary documents photocopied. Documents like passport, ticket information, hotel bookings and even IDs. In case you lose your belongings to theft or being loaded to a different flight, you can still go on with your trip.
2. Being Robbed - Do not show dress like a tourist. Avoid wearing flashy expensive jewelry. Do not display gadgets, cameras, etc. as these are hot in the eyes of the prowling robbers.
3. Food Poisoned/Upset Stomach - Being new in a particular place, usually the foods you eat are different from what your stomach is used to digesting. Water might be contaminated. Avoid meats and seafood as you do not know how they are prepared. Consume only water from sealed containers. Avoid buying from those sold in open areas like street sides.
4. Accidents/Injuries- Other holiday dangers might make a big impact upon you.Be extra careful while walking to see sights. Be aware of slippery streets, loose railings and while riding on vehicles. You are not going to spend your holiday recovering in a hospital.
5. Choose Reputable Tour Organizers - In this way you are assured that your safety is their main concern. Study the itinerary during excursions and ask about specific sports or games.
6. Getting Sick - Check possible medical center locations or clinics on your destination. Be physically prepared by taking in vitamins and minerals so that you have a strong resistance to changing weather conditions. Have the basic first aid kit.
7. Being Arrested - Check local laws and ordinances in your place of destination. Avoid being arrested for some minor offenses. You might get fined and you spend your budget for it.
8. Natural Disasters - You should not visit a place that is prone to earthquakes, tidal waves or typhoons. Check for evacuation plans in case it happens.
9. Terrorist Attacks - If you happen to be in a foreign country and terrorist attack, kidnapping or harassment happens always says Fox5dc know beforehand the addresses and names of your country's ambassador or consul in case you need assistance to go back home. Avoid going to countries that are known for these terrorist activities.
10. Heart Attacks/Strokes - If you have a history of being hypertensive or is maintaining medicines for heart disease, be vigilant while on travel. Do not overindulge in alcoholic drinks and foods. Do not neglect to have enough rest and sleep.
With most of the possible holiday dangers known to you, be not caught unaware. It is better to prepare in advance than be sorry.
This article is copyrighted by Travelers Today, the travel news leader
