Many travelers are not aware of the risks of traveling to an unknown location. But safety should be your first concern.
I have been all over the world and visited many foreign countries. Before changing careers to the travel industry, the thought of purchasing travel protection never crossed my mind. Now, I never travel without it. I realize that travel is an investment and so many things are out of our control. It’s very important to protect this investment. As a Travel Professional, I am never pushy, however, I always highly recommend a travel protection plan. If you look closer, you will realize how many benefits this plan brings in. No one can afford to risk losing thousands of dollars because of a natural accident or an injury that interrupts your vacation. I have seen clients have to spend thousands of dollars, just because they didn’t see the benefit of getting travel protection.
A travel protection plan is a full package offered by a travel agency that includes numerous benefits and services that are intended to make the travel safe and free of bumps. It involves protecting your travel investment, belongings, health, and various other benefits too.
International Travel can be a big deal if you are not careful enough. After all, you are going to a whole new country and you don’t know much about that place.
The travel protection plan tends to cover the following points:
You will be reimbursed for your non-refundable travel arrangements if you cancel the trip before departure with a valid reason. Covered reasons are typically due to weather or injury, illness, or death of self or an immediate family member.
Reimbursement of the unused travel arrangements if the trip is interrupted and you have to return home early due to a reason covered in the policy.
The insurance company pays the medical expenses and transportation service in case any of the travelers get sick or injured during the trip. Each policy has a maximum coverage.
This covers the additional expenses which incur as a result of alternate travel arrangements when the planned trip goes south (such as a canceled or delayed flight due to bad weather or some mechanical issues).
Expenses for the meals and accommodations are handled by the agency if the flight or your other means of transportation is delayed.
If you end up losing your baggage or personal items on the trip or anything is damaged during the transfer, then the agency will pay you for the loss.
Many people avoid opting for the travel protection plan as they have to pay a little extra for the service. But it is a common misconception that the plan is not worth it. Instead, it completely benefits you and helps the agency to make your travel safer.
That’s why Ever Ready Travel always recommends it to their clients to travel correctly. We are well-connected and have many in-country partners which focus on making your journey safe and sound.
Here is a list of the countries which are safe for everyone to travel. Whether you are a single woman or traveling with your whole family, these destinations will make you feel that you are in the midst of the most adorable and lovable people.
Ireland
Iceland
Austria
Singapore
Japan
Portugal
Norway
New Zealand
Costa Rica
Italy
I am very well-travelled and your safety is my priority. Some people learn the tips the hard way, but here I am to help you before something goes wrong with you during your travels. Take a look at these tips and keep them in mind for the next time you contact us to plan your next trip.
Don’t think you all knowing; even smarter than the scammers and thieves. Being active and on your guard is pretty good as it can prevent you from being robbed at the most unexpected times.
Keep your emergency contacts written in someplace safe, such as police contact number, embassy location, ambulance services, etc.
Never travel with your super expensive valuables. Carrying your laptop or camera is obvious for most people, but you have to be careful with them too.
Get Travel protection. As I said earlier, the travel protection plan will assure your safety along with your belongings.
Hide emergency cash as you might know when a tragedy will strike you especially when you are planning to travel alone.
Risk is practically unavoidable, but you can manage it if you are proactive. Travelling is also quite different for men and women. But the tips above will come in handy for both. As violence against women is a common issue in every corner of this world, you can always prepare a little bit more for your safety like keeping pepper spray in your pocket or learning some fighting tactics.
Keep in mind that rumors about international travel exist due to the exaggeration of media, politics, and religion diversification, but most of them are just misconceptions.
So, here we are debunking many myths so that you will feel free to travel around the globe:
Travel is Expensive: This is the biggest misconception about traveling. Your main expenses are flights, accommodation, transportation, and food. And if you look around, then you will see that these options are available at economical prices as well. It is all in our minds. Keep in mind that a high quality trip can also come at different price points (depending on current promotions and deals), and that will enhance your experience.
The world is Dangerous: Well, frankly speaking, danger follows you everywhere. Even the United States is dangerous, but that doesn’t stop you from going out and enjoying yourself with friends. Every country has rules and regulations to make the place safer for tourists. So, don’t worry!!
Age Doesn’t Matter: You can never be too young or too old to travel. You can do that at any point in life. Just pack your bags and leave the house.
Credit Cards are stupid financial mistakes: Many people say that but in reality, when you are traveling internationally, credits can help you deal with additional expenses and you can pay the amount gradually throughout the year. Now credit cards don’t look that stupid, right??
So, stop making excuses for not traveling enough. If you have the guts to think about traveling, then you can also make your travel dream true. And don’t forget, Ever Ready Travel is here to help.
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