Advice for Being Prepared in Case of a Terrorist Attack While the allure of international travel is greater than ever, it is not as safe as it was once. The world has changed. Terrorism needs to be a consideration when planning your next trip abroad. The U.S. Department of State issued a Worldwide Caution to […]
Travel Medical News
Travel medical plans cover your medical needs while traveling abroad while providing some trip insurance to cover your travel expenses. Here we will provide relevant updates relating to travel medical products and worldwide issues relating to international travel, health and medical news.
Understanding Travel Insurance and Natural Disasters
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 […]
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance for Travelers
What is Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Accidental death and dismemberment insurance is called “AD&D” in insurance literature. But off the record, travelers often call it “THAT” insurance. You know the one. It’s the awkward one, the scary one, even the gruesome one. It’s definitely the insurance that no one wants to think about, let […]
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 […]
