Safety Travel Articles

 
Why Israel and the Palestinian Territories Should Be on the Backpacking Trail
Why Israel and the Palestinian Territories Should Be on the Backpacking Trail Despite the number of Israeli travelers making their way around the world, there are comparatively few who put this small nation on their travel itinerary. And yet, the country is thick with history, culture, and contemporary places to party. Jo Fitzsimons explains why Israel and the Palestinian Territories should be on the backpacking trail.
Taking the Leap – Practical Tips for Becoming an Expat
Taking the Leap – Practical Tips for Becoming an Expat If RTW travel doesn't do it for you, or if you simply can't afford to travel for an extended length of time without working, consider the expat lifestyle. Ashley Wali lays out what to consider and how to find a job - legally - and without teaching English.
Dangerous Liaisons: Should You Add “Unsafe” Destinations to Your RTW Trip?
Dangerous Liaisons: Should You Add “Unsafe” Destinations to Your RTW Trip? Deciding whether to add ‘unsafe’ destinations to your itinerary or dealing with the situation when a location becomes unsafe mid-trip, Jo Fitzsimons shares her tips for making the most informed decision on whether to visit or steer clear from problem.
Four Things You Think You Know About South Africa
Four Things You Think You Know About South Africa South Africa carries with it some pretty hefty baggage - it's far away from so much of the rest of the world that what we "know" about South Africa comes to us largely through brief news snippets, sweeping movie landscapes, or apartheid documentaries on the History Channel. You know there's more to South Africa than that. You just don't know what.
“I’m Taking Off to See the World!” How to Tell Your Parents
“I’m Taking Off to See the World!” How to Tell Your Parents Breaking the news that you’re going traveling can cause a parental freak out of epic proportions. By preparing answers to the most common questions you can downgrade your parents’ concern from panic to everyday worry. Jo Fitzsimons shows you how.
Why You Should Ignore All the Urban Legends & Take The Kids to Mexico
Why You Should Ignore All the Urban Legends & Take The Kids to Mexico If you follow conventional wisdom, you'll keep yourself (and your kids) far away from "dangerous" Mexico. Rachel Denning reveals that the orthodoxy is nothing more than urban legend that should be ignored, resulting in a fabulous family travel adventure.
Planning an Extended Trip to Central Europe: Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary
Planning an Extended Trip to Central Europe: Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary You've been to Paris and Rome, now Jenn Molholt guides you to the less explored side of Europe.
How Traveling As a Couple Can Enrich Your Trip (& Your Relationship)
How Traveling As a Couple Can Enrich Your Trip (& Your Relationship) Many people have apprehensions about traveling as a couple, but Erin Lidz provides seven great reasons to forget your fears and plan a trip with your romantic partner.
How to Deal With Street Harassment in Foreign Countries
How to Deal With Street Harassment in Foreign Countries For all the women who must tirelessly deal with street harassment, here are eight ways that those living or traveling abroad can deal with unwelcome attention in the street.
World Gone Mad: 8 Travel-Related Psychological Disorders
World Gone Mad: 8 Travel-Related Psychological Disorders Has traveling ever made you hallucinate or panic uncontrollably? J.A. McCarroll and David Joshua Jennings explore 8 travel-related psychotic disorders that may affect those traveling outside their comfort zones.