This On Call International article will discuss the following: The unique travel safety considerations associated with traveling during election periods and times of political unrest, highlighting how elections can increase the potential for demonstrations, civil disturbances, transportation disruptions, security restrictions, and rapidly changing conditions that may affect travelers in destination countries. How travelers can prepare
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Monthly Risk Spotlight: August 2024
AMERICAS Latin American Regional Relations Round-Up With political tensions in Venezuela escalating as citizens continue to protest against the results of what has been deemed to be an unfair election, it is valuable to take a macro regional view at the elections that have recently occurred across Latin America and how the political landscape, and
Read MoreCase Study: Global Emergency Assistance Snapshot Fall 2024
This On Call International article will discuss the following: The wide range of travel assistance services available to support travelers before, during, and after unexpected incidents, highlighting how travel assistance providers can help address everyday travel disruptions, medical concerns, mental health needs, security questions, and complex emergency situations around the world. Real-world examples of medical,
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AMERICAS Hurricane Season Impact and Longer-Term Consequences Hurricane Beryl, the second named storm of the 2024 hurricane season, has broken several records, from earliest forming Category 4 & 5 hurricane in the Atlantic to also being one of the earliest hurricanes to form east of the Windward Islands. With predictions that the 2024 hurricane season
Read MoreOn Call’s Travel Risk Management Newsletter: Summer 2024
This On Call International article will discuss the following: The latest travel risk management resources and insights designed to help organizations support travelers more effectively, highlighting the value of staying informed on emerging travel risks, industry trends, health and safety considerations, and best practices that enhance traveler preparedness and organizational duty of care. The key
Read MoreBefore You Travel: 10 Key Phrases to Learn in the Local Language
This On Call International article will discuss the following: The importance of basic language skills as part of effective travel preparation and risk management, highlighting how learning a few essential phrases in a destination’s local language can improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, enhance cultural interactions, and help travelers navigate unfamiliar environments with greater confidence. Key phrases
Read MoreHow to Plan Ahead for Summer Weather Delays
This On Call International article will discuss the following: How summer weather can significantly impact travel plans and transportation schedules, highlighting the ways thunderstorms, severe weather systems, and other seasonal weather events can contribute to flight delays, cancellations, missed connections, and broader disruptions across airline networks during peak travel season. Practical strategies travelers can use
Read MoreTravel Health 101: How to Keep Your Medications Safe in the Heat
This On Call International article will discuss the following: How extreme temperatures can affect the safety, effectiveness, and storage requirements of prescription and over-the-counter medications while traveling, highlighting the ways heat exposure can compromise medication potency and why travelers should understand proper storage practices when visiting warm-weather destinations. Best practices for protecting medications during travel,
Read MoreTravel Health 101: Common Medications That Cause Sun Sensitivity
This On Call International article will discuss the following: How certain medications can increase sensitivity to sunlight and impact traveler health during outdoor activities, explaining the concept of photosensitivity, the symptoms it can cause, and why travelers should be aware of potential sun-related side effects when taking common prescription and over-the-counter medications. Common categories of
Read MoreTravel Safety Advice for Reducing Vulnerability During Protest Activity
This On Call International article will discuss the following: How political demonstrations, protests, and civil unrest can impact traveler safety while abroad, highlighting the potential risks associated with being near protest activity, including transportation disruptions, heightened security measures, communication challenges, and the possibility of rapidly changing conditions. Practical safety measures travelers should take if they
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