The Clever Travel Companion Updates

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...

Dec 29 2018
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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...

Aug 29 2018
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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...

May 04 2018
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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...

Apr 25 2018
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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...

Apr 15 2018
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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...

Mar 14 2018
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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...

Mar 11 2018
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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...

Jan 16 2018
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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...

Nov 17 2017
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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...

Oct 25 2017
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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...

Oct 14 2017
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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...

Oct 02 2017
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