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8 Airport Safety Tips

by WorldAware in Safety & Security, Travel. Posted November 2, 2019

The easiest time for pickpockets, robbers, or a loss of personal belongings is when you are in motion. On the bookends of your trip, you should be hyper-aware of your surroundings. When you’re moving through the airport, there are all sorts of events: check-in, bag check, security checkpoint, convenience stop, walk to the terminal, and ...

Impacts of Airline Failures on Travelers

by Maxwell Leitschuh in Risk Management, Travel. Posted October 8, 2019

The recent failure of the British holiday company Thomas Cook – which owned several airlines, including Thomas Cook Airlines (MT) – highlights how an airline’s financial distress and shutdown can cause serious disruptions for travelers. The scale and impacts of airline failures on travelers can vary depending on what steps the government in an airline’s ...

Europe Seeing Increase in Climate Change Protests

by Filip Stojkovski in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted September 3, 2019

Climate protests have gained traction in Europe in the past six months. Various eco-activist groups and individuals are protesting perceived inaction by governments and corporations to avert climate-related disasters. Eco-activists, including groups like Extinction Rebellion and Smash Cruises, have staged frequent and intensely disruptive actions throughout Europe in the past several months. These actions have ...

Risk Mitigation Measures for LGBTQ Personnel

by Katherine Harmon in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted August 1, 2019

Discussing sexually sensitive subject matter with students or employees ensures their awareness of and mitigates associated risks. Different countries present different societal attitudes on issues such as public displays of affection, projection of sexuality in dress and mannerisms, and LGBTQ concerns; traveler safety and health depend on those travelers receiving accurate and timely information about ...

Travel Risk Mitigation

by Dale Buckner in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted July 2, 2019

BUSINESS TRAVELER OVERVIEW SAFETY AND SECURITYGlobal Business travelers may enjoy the fact that the hotel provides a complimentary breakfast and reliable Wi-Fi, but what they value most is a better sense of security when they travel on behalf on their organizations, according to a joint survey conducted by American Global Business Travel and the Association ...

Understanding Risk Associated with Vaccine-Preventable Diseases While Traveling

by Katherine Harmon in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted May 26, 2018

When it comes to public health, one of the easiest ways to avoid becoming susceptible to disease that is widespread in many populations is to ensure that you’re vaccinated against diseases that are preventable. Authorities can mandate certain vaccine programs to keep their citizens healthy; however, vaccine programs face many challenges. People opt out of ...

6 Ways to Protect Yourself Against a Data Breach

by Liz Salkin in Insurance & Loss Prevention, Safety & Security, Technology, Travel. Posted November 14, 2017

The threat of credit card data breaches and hacks throughout companies is unfortunately becoming more common as the world expands globally and technologically. As a traveler, the last thing you want to worry about is whether or not a stranger will gain access to your personal and company information through your credit card or other ...

Pre-Travel Health Planning Can Help You Avoid Common Issues

by Melissa Dudley in Human Resources, Risk Management, Safety & Security, Travel. Posted October 26, 2017

Pre-travel health planning is paramount. Travelers can face a variety of health-related threats while traveling abroad from infectious diseases and injury to exacerbating pre-existing medical conditions. Fortunately, many of these issues can be mitigated and even prevented prior to departure. Let’s take a look at some basic and proactive pre-travel health measures you should consider ...

Venue Protection in an Asymmetric Environment

by Security Strategies Today in Risk Management, Safety & Security. Posted October 24, 2017

In the aftermath of the horrific shooting at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas on October 1, hotel operators, cinema and restaurant managers as well as security personnel assigned to outdoor venues, have logically asked themselves how they can go about “hardening” the location. Specifically, what reliable measures can they take to make the ...

The traveler’s guide to keeping electronic devices secure during international travel

by Mark Dauner in Risk Management, Safety & Security, Technology, Travel. Posted October 12, 2017

From the first time I traveled overseas in 1996 to my most recent international trip this past November it’s safe to say that international communication has gotten a little easier. Smartphones, laptops, high-speed wireless networks and wifi have made staying connected to home while you’re abroad a trivial task. Unfortunately that massive leap forward in ...

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