According to a 2014 Google survey of 1,500 business travelers, 63% of respondents admitted to using apps to help their business travel experience. But with all of the app choices on the market, it’s hard to know which ones could actually make a difference. Luckily, we put together the following list of apps that can
Read MoreWelcome to On Call International’s Blog
On Call in Action: Emergency Appendectomy After Super Bowl
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: This Month Henry, a
Read MoreTrends in Study Abroad: 2014 Open Doors Recap
The Institute of International Education (IIE) recently released the 2014 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange. Open Doors, which is supported by a grant from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, is a comprehensive informational resource on international students studying at academic institutions in the U.S., as
Read MoreTravel Cheat Sheet of the Month: 7 Essential Tips for Safe Winter Travel
The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts that the winter of 2015 will be another arctic blast with above-normal snowfall throughout much of the US. “Be prepared,” says Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac. “There’s plenty in the forecast to cause all sorts of mayhem.” Don’t have the time (or patience!) for mayhem? We don’t
Read MoreHolidays Around the World Part 2: Russia, India and Japan
Though the busiest holiday season has come to an end here in the U.S., many countries celebrate their major holidays throughout the rest of the year – some of which could impact your travels if you don’t plan accordingly. Our first post of this series focused on the official holidays observed in China, UAE and
Read More7 TRM Resolutions to Make (and Keep!) this Year
No matter what your company’s travel risk management (TRM) goals may be, you’ll want to take action before you lose momentum. To help you get a quick start, here are 7 resolutions we think any risk professional should vow to make—and keep—through the new year. Set Benchmarks: You recognize that when an employee travels as
Read MoreTop Business Travel Headlines of 2014: A Retrospective
From the Malaysian Airlines crash in early March to the Ebola epidemic that continues to devastate West Africa, 2014 was certainly a big year in terms of noteworthy travel headlines. As December comes to an end, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most significant business travel stories that shook the world this past
Read MoreHoliday Travel Advice Round-up
The holidays are upon us! Have fun and don’t forget to check out our advice for staying safe, healthy (and sane!) during your travels this season: Holiday Air Travel: A Survival Guide 8 Productive Tips for Long Layovers Tis the Season to be Healthy: Tips for Healthy Holiday Travel Holiday Business Travel Survival Guide How
Read MoreOn Call in Action: Traveler Stranded at Airport Days Before Christmas
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: This Month: Hector* was in
Read MoreHolidays Around the World Part 1: China, UAE and Brazil
In business, timing is everything – and before you go abroad, it’s important to learn what other countries consider an appropriate and respectful time of year to schedule your plans. With the U.S.’ holiday season in full-swing, we thought we’d take a look at some popular international business destinations and the major holidays they celebrate
Read More
Stay in Touch
Subscribe to our free quarterly newsletter and follow us on our socials to stay up-to-date with the latest blogs and best practice advice from On Call’s travel health, security and risk management experts.
About On Call:
On Call International provides fully-customized travel risk management services protecting millions of travelers, their families, and their organizations.
Contact us to learn more:
Helping Travelers, Every Day
Our dedication to proactive education and our focus on going beyond a traditional, reactive assistance model is at the heart of everything we do.
Watch our video to learn more about our services, and how On Call helps travelers like yours every day.