Natural Disasters Worry Even Experienced Travelers David Yee’s award-winning play, carried away on the crest of a wave, is a series of vignettes centered on the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. The moving stories of loss and strife are presented from the point of view of locals and tourists alike. And it’s evident that the impact […]
News, Global Health Advice, and Travel Tips
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Watch Video: Top 5 Questions to Ask When Selecting International Insurance
In this 20-minute video, you will learn about the top 5 questions to ask when selecting international insurance. You will no doubt walk away with the knowledge you need to select the right plan for you!
Traveler’s Guide to Personal Property Insurance
Every Frequent Traveler Fears a Personal Property Disaster The news is often filled with scary travel stories. But if you ask travelers what they fear most, they say losing their luggage tops the list. Everyone can relate to that sinking feeling. You’re waiting around the luggage carousel, willing your suitcase to appear to no avail. […]
Ziplining Adventure Tips and Advice
How to Prepare for a Ziplining Adventure Around the World As fans of the TV show The Office can attest, sometimes expat life and ziplining don’t mix. The hapless Toby Flenderson, played by Paul Lieberstein, breaks his neck while ziplining on day three of his new expat life in Costa Rica. For television fans, this […]
First Aid for the International Traveler
Medicine and First Aid Items to Pack for an International Trip When you travel what is the first thing you pack? If you make a list of what to bring with you on an international trip, what items are priorities? A first aid or travel health kit should always be packed and your health should […]
Snorkeling 101: Planning Your Adventure
Planning a Snorkeling Trip You’re about to embark on the trip of a lifetime, or maybe the permanent relocation you’ve dreamed of for years, and you can’t wait to indulge in one of travel’s greatest pleasures: exploring the coastlines and coves of your new home away from home. It’s time to go snorkeling! Snorkeling may […]