Losing your wallet—especially while traveling—can be nerve-wracking, frustrating and costly. While that’s not a situation anyone would like to experience first-hand, if you’re prepared and know what to expect, you can actually make things a lot easier on yourself. If you’re an On Call member, contact us right away and we’ll help you through it.
Read MoreWelcome to On Call International’s Blog
On Call in Action: Passport Snafu at Airport Security
Whether you’re traveling for business, school, or pleasure, it’s safe to say that things don’t always go as planned. (Good thing you always remember to pack your On Call card!) But here’s the thing: unless you’ve actually experienced a travel emergency (a broken leg, lost prescription, stolen passport, or even a legal mix-up), it’s hard to imagine how travel
Read MoreHow to Avoid Common Travel Illnesses
Last month, we talked about infectious travel diseases and how to minimize your risk of getting them. Luckily your chances of catching a disease on a trip are quite slim, but travel illnesses can crop up when you least expect them. Whether you’re traveling close to home or taking a long-haul flight across the globe,
Read MoreProductive Ways to Fill Downtime on Your Next Business Trip
You’re in London for a conference, and the last presentation ends at 2 p.m. You have six hours to kill before dinner with associates – now what? A recent survey by National Car Rental shows that 44% of business travelers reward themselves by spending their downtime sampling local cuisine (more than any other activity!) While
Read MoreTime Management for Business Travelers: 5 Sanity-Saving Tips That Work
A recent poll conducted for Fairfield Inn & Suites found that 67% of the most frequent business travelers said they work twice as much on the road as they do in the office. But with all the extra time you’re clocking, how accomplished do you really feel at the end of your trip? If you’re sick
Read MoreBeat the Heat: Advice for Safe & Healthy Summer Travels
Summer is in full swing and so are its soaring temperatures. If you’re planning on spending time outdoors during your summer travels, it’s important to take the following precautions to keep you and your family safe and healthy. Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses As temperatures and humidity levels rise, so does the risk of the following heat-related illnesses:
Read MoreTravel Health Update: CDC Health Notice Round-Up
Are you familiar with the Center of Disease Control (CDC)—an arm of the U.S. Government which keeps close watch on health issues and disease prevention strategies for U.S. citizens? If you’re concerned about your health, safety and well-being when you travel, you should be! Just as the U.S. State Department issues travel alerts and warnings,
Read MoreOn Call Joins With Habitat for Humanity
Special thanks to our friends at the Greater Manchester Habitat for Humanity for hosting us at a team build at their current project in Manchester, NH on July 9, 2013! This three family house was severely damaged by fire, and after three years of neglect, was purchased by Greater Manchester Habitat with help from the
Read MoreHow to Pack Like a Pro on Your Next Business Trip
Packing for a business trip involves careful consideration. After all, your aim is to look polished, stay organized, and not forget anything important—all while keeping your luggage light and easy to carry. Here we discuss our favorite packing tips and how you can pack like a pro on your next business trip: Plan Ahead: Before you
Read MoreSecurity Situation in Egypt…and How On Call Can Help
The security situation in Egypt continues to be unstable following President Mohamed Morsi’s refusal to step down despite a 48-hour deadline imposed by the military. Millions of protesters have participated in nationwide protests calling for Morsi’s removal since June 30th–these demonstrations have turned violent in a number of areas as opposition groups clash with rival
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.