On Call International helps organizations and their travelers take a proactive and holistic approach to not only managing emergencies when they arise—but also planning for and even preventing them before they happen. Tune in each month to see how On Call International helps with travel problems, big and small, every day: Rooftop Accident in Brazil
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Study Abroad Etiquette: Brazil
Before students travel abroad, encourage them to brush up on their etiquette so they can comfortably adjust to their new surroundings. In this blog, we’re sharing tips to help your students embrace the local culture and avoid common etiquette mistakes in Brazil. Greetings and Punctuality Brazilians are known to be friendly, relaxed people and tend
Read MoreHelping Travelers Every Day: Hurricane Irma Evacuation
From medical emergencies to security concerns—or any other travel issue big or small—here at On Call, the health and safety of the travelers we serve is our top priority. Read our latest case study for an inside look at how On Call’s Global Assistance Teams work around the clock to fulfill our mission of helping
Read MoreMonthly Risk Spotlight: September
On Call International’s Monthly Risk Spotlight highlights events of heightened importance in assessing risk to travel and operations abroad. Americas Developments in the U.S.-Cuba Relationship On August 23rd, 2018, the U.S. State Department downgraded the travel advisory for Cuba from a Level 3: Reconsider Travel, to a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Many view this
Read MoreStress and Study Abroad: A Guide for Administrators
Although studying abroad can be a wonderful experience, a different culture and new environment can also create unique stressors. How can you help your students manage stress when studying abroad? Read our advice below and share with your students to help them prepare for a less stressful trip abroad. Be Prepared: Students should take the
Read MoreHow to Align Technology and Risk Management to Optimize Study Abroad Safety and Duty of Care
Whether it’s theft, terrorism, disease, or even weather – global risks have many institutions wondering how to implement or adapt a formal traveler protection strategy. However, when students are spread across the globe, maintaining a level of proactive and continuous oversight can be challenging without the right tools and technology in place. In this blog,
Read MoreHelping Travelers Every Day: Violent Protests in Haiti
Background After the government announced a sharp increase in gasoline prices, major protests broke out in Haiti in early July 2018. These demonstrations resulted in significant disruption within the country’s capital city, Port-au-Prince, as well as other towns across the country. Roadblocks prevented many travelers from making their flights and obtaining additional supplies. At least
Read MoreMonthly Risk Spotlight: August
On Call International’s Monthly Risk Spotlight highlights events of heightened importance in assessing risk to travel and operations abroad. Americas Migration Patterns in Latin America Several significant migration patterns are occurring in Latin America due to a variety of factors including political unrest, economic concerns, and simply a lack of opportunity. Primarily, the view
Read MoreOn Call in Action: Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo
On Call International helps organizations and their travelers take a proactive and holistic approach to not only managing emergencies when they arise—but also planning for and even preventing them before they happen. Tune in each month to see how On Call International helps with travel problems, big and small, every day: Ebola Outbreak in the
Read MoreTrends in Global Risk: Q2-2018
Want to enhance your understanding of stories you see on the news and apply them to your organization’s travel risk management strategies? We can help! On Call’s Global Risk Update is just what you need for garnering insights that can help your organization meet its duty of care and better protect your traveling population. In
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