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Travel Safe

22/03/2023 General Medicine

Getting to know new places and traveling are always considered a great privilege where, more than anything else, new experiences are acquired by sharing memorable moments with friends and family. However, it is advisable to take the required precautions for unforeseen events, small or large, that may arise.

Today we want to share with you four key recommendations to consider when traveling so that your only concern is to enjoy your trip.

 

  • Customs and Culture.

Visiting new places, even in your own country, means getting to places where customs and habits differ from your city, you could encounter similar customs or completely different ones. 

Thus, even an activity you consider harmless as going for a walk may represent a risk if you do it at a particular time or place. 

Nowadays, your best ally will be the Internet, where you can research the place you want to go, the safe zones and hours, the transportation services you can use with peace of mind, and those that require you to take more precautionary measures.

Additionally, consider the language barrier; although almost everywhere in the western world, people usually travel without any problem knowing English or Spanish, it is a good idea to know the official language of the place you are visiting or at least basic phrases that can help you.

 

  • Places to visit.

Even adventure trips should have a plan B if things don't go as expected. Ideally, your trip should have a clear idea of the places you want to visit so that you can look for the best service provider, reliable and secure.

Remember that in tourist cities, there is much competition for tours; there are also many unprofessional ones or scams.

 

  • Controlled Risks.

We know that there are different types of trips, and although here we talk about ideal plans, we also know that there are those trips with friends when partying is the priority, and unfortunate events can happen, so always take the necessary precautions, such as:

  • Always take safe transportation.
  • Have a designated friend (the one who stays sober).
  • Have a phone with reliable service. 
  • Carry money in the local currency.
  • Know the address of the place where you are staying.
  • Know all nearby hospitals.

 

  • Travel Insurance.

The last one is perhaps the most important of all; ultimately, the issue of traveling safety is directly correlated with maintaining your health and that of your companions. Tragedies usually happen when your health is compromised, and the corresponding actions are not taken.

Whatever the trip is, it is an obligation to always travel with medical insurance, which can be activated if something happens and assures you that the care you receive is from trustworthy hospitals.

There are many types of coverage, and the price range will depend on the insurance company with which you purchase your services; some key points to contemplate are:

  • Familiarize yourself with the level of coverage purchased to know to what extent the insurance will cover you.
  • Consider that it is likely that the insurance will be reimbursed, so you should travel with liquidity to cover emergencies.
  • Print and carry your policy and reliable documents to identify yourself at the hospital in an emergency.
  • Investigate in advance which hospitals are covered by your policy.
  • Covered and reliable medical services.
  • Notification in case of emergency.

 

With easter vacation around the corner, it is crucial to consider these basic recommendations to enjoy your vacation without significant concerns, and if something happens, you will be prepared and know what to do. 

 

Happy Travels!

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