Parts of Africa are very tourist friendly and you can have a perfectly safe, uneventful trip. Other parts are less safe, and these are the parts that might also be visited by professionals such as journalists and reporters who need to visit them to do their jobs. Travelling in these locations requires some knowledge and training so the people know how to keep themselves safe. Travel safety courses are a recommendation for people travelling in unsafe areas and for most journalists and reports, they are usually a prerequisite before going abroad. These kinds of courses should be paid for by companies sending employees to locations in Africa and, if people are self employed, they should be paid for by them as part of their professional investment and development. Courses teach practical skills and life lessons... Read More »
People regularly have to travel for work in many different types of businesses and in various industries. This might just be to another office, but even still, it will involve using transport systems in other countries, travelling by aeroplane, packing luggage, and eating and drinking. Depending on where offices are based, it may also mean spending time in big cities, or perhaps remote locations. All of these things can carry a level of risk for people who are travelling for business and it is the responsibility of the business to look after its employees. They may choose to send their staff who travel for their jobs on a business travel course. These are essential for people like reporters working in dangerous areas, but they can also be useful for anyone travelling for business, to any... Read More »
Staying safe when abroad: it’s something that can worry people before they travel, but it’s often easier to stay safe than you might think. One of the most important things to do is to adapt thought processes to think in ‘safe’ ways, which will in turn change your body language and behaviour. It’s essential that anyone travelling abroad knows the best ways to look after their own personal safety. When you’re travelling anywhere at all, a good attitude to safety can really help. If you feel intimidated, it will show in your attitude. Do whatever it takes to feel confident, be it taking a self defence class, or enrolling on a course about travel safety. You should also be familiar with your destination before you travel, ensuring you know about any potential dangers to avoid,... Read More »
Holidays are the highlight of the year as a family – a chance to spend time together, to relax and unwind, and generally enjoy each other’s company. You have the added bonus of doing so in a beautiful place, where there is the opportunity to see and learn new things, or simply to spend some time relaxing and getting away from the stresses of home life. Choose somewhere that will be good for your whole family. You could go to a travel agent to discuss options, or you might like to look online in your own time and find a holiday destination that everyone will be happy with. If you have a particular hobby, such as golf or another sport, a holiday is also a perfect time to pursue it. Just make sure that there... Read More »
Some people who are travelling to far flung destinations might decide not to book accommodation until they get there, if they are hoping to travel around a little. This can be a good option, but often, if you are travelling as a family and have more set plans, it is better to book ahead. This will also help you to secure accommodation if there are local events happening that you aren’t aware of, and hotel rooms are booking up quickly. You should look for accommodation based on location first and foremost. If it is too far away from where you want to be, then you aren’t going to enjoy your holiday. If you would prefer to stay further out and save some money, check public transport links or make sure you are happy with the... Read More »