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40 Top Tourist Scams
We are all aware that scams and thieves, no matter where you may be in the world, target tourists. They're continually evolving their methods for beating...
The Ultimate Guide To Keeping Your Money Safe Abroad
There are countless factors and possibilities to be considered when planning spending and money security for your vacations. The below infographic put together by the UK's...
Is Airbnb safe? Seven Tips for first time guests
If you follow these tips before renting an Airbnb, your vacation will go that much more smoothly.1. Stay safeHorror stories in the past have raised some...
Your guide to Australia for solo female travellers
Life "down under" has proven exceptionally popular with single female travellers, due largely to Australia's travelling culture. Backpacking across Australia is guaranteed to offer memories that will...
How safe are hostels?
How safe are hostels really? I'm sure you'll have that one friend who travelled to every country you've ever heard of and more who will swear...
The 20 most dangerous countries in the world
Some countries are better suited for tourists than others. The World Economic Forum recently released their Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report, which analyzes the state of the...
How do you find a doctor when travelling?
When it comes to traveling, the old saying "you do not prepare to fail, only fail to prepare" certainly has a lot of relevance and none...
10 Surprising Risky Destinations - According to the State Department
The U.S. Department of State recently assigned every country in the world a "travel safety rating". The safest places are ranked Level 1, while the places that Americans are...
How to avoid a pickpocket
The below video comes from a Chinese public service announcement to help members of the public identify and avoid pickpockets. As China has grown and more...
Ex Special Forces Soldier gives advice on how to avoid pickpockets and stay safe during terrorist attacks
In the below video and ex SAS member gives advice to a tvnz correspondent on the best ways to avoid pickpockets and stay safe during a...
How to stay safe as a solo female traveller
PLAN, PLAN, PLAN You might be a spontaneous traveller, but when going solo, you should book at least your first night of accommodation before arrival. One...
What do you do if your luggage is lost, delayed or damaged?
If your luggage is delayed, goes missing or gets damaged on a flight, what sort of compensation are you entitled to? The Montreal Convention makes airlines...