SAFETY
Travel insurance, vaccines, visas and more, here you can find everything related to travel safety and bureaucracy.
Backpacking Safely – Tips and Tricks
“Do you feel safe when you travel? And when you’re alone, aren’t you afraid?” These are common questions I get when people discover my passion for solo travel. I’ve met individuals from all corners of the globe who share this same passion. Many are women who have ventured out alone, backpacking to explore new horizons. Interestingly, many have told me that they often felt safer in destinations deemed “dangerous” by most than in their own countries. Indeed, it is possible to travel safely, even when backpacking in developing countries, not speaking the local language, or traveling alone.
Travel insurance, which one to choose?
Travel insurance is the most important thing to have before going on a trip, with the hope of never having to use it. It covers medical expenses in case of illness or injury, theft, canceled flights, lost luggage, and, in extreme cases, it will pay for the repatriation of the body. If a family member dies, it will reimburse you for the cost of returning home.
