The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Safety Leadership Charter at the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference taking place in Hanoi, Vietnam. Safety leaders from more than 20 airlines are the first signatories: Air Canada Emirates…
One Of The Most Important Safety Tips Travelers Need To Know When Headed to Mexico
Travelers face many risks, especially when visiting a new destination in a foreign country. When it comes to Mexico, most travelers wonder if they should have concerns regarding security, but there is a silent threat that not many travelers consider — dengue fever. As reported by The Cancun Sun, dengue fever cases have been on…
Navy Soldiers Sent To Cozumel To Ensure Safety Of Tourists
Reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy towards delinquents, one of the top destinations in Mexico, the charming island of Cozumel, is receiving up to 100 Navy soldiers in hopes of strengthening security and quashing crime for good. After 300 army soldiers arrived in Cancun earlier this year to tighten surveillance on swimming hotspots, it’s Cozumel’s turn to…
This Is Why Jamaica Is Still Safe Despite U.S. Safety Warnings
On October 5th, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) updated its travel advisory for Jamaica, perhaps causing some travelers to wonder if they should think twice about visiting Jamaica’s picture-perfect shores. Over the years, The DOS has issued travel advisories for Jamaica for various reasons, with the latest being crime. However, travelers still flock to…
This Is Why Cancun Is Still Safe Despite US Safety Warnings
A resort haven where some of the world’s top hotel brands are located and the pristine, turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean line up the shore, Cancun draws in millions of visitors every year regardless of safety concerns. That is because it has been deemed a hotbed of both crime and kidnapping, but there may…
Is Tulum Safe To Visit? Government Adds New Security Forces For Tourist Safety
Earlier this week, Mexican authorities announced they will be deploying undercover police officers to patrol the Tulum’s busy beaches, as well as other tourist zones, in a bid to tackle crime and protect tourists from having their vacations ruined. While this is great news already, the commotion has led some to wonder whether the town…
Viral TikTok Flight Attendant Shares Vital Safety Tips For Your Hotel Room
There’s probably no better travel experts than flight attendants. Most are on the road and up in the air for over half of the year, staying in new hotels in different cities along the way. For travelers, one of the most important aspects of your trip is staying safe, whether you’re out and about or…
Air Canada Denying Passengers Refunds Classifying Staff Shortages As Safety Issue
Air travel chaos continues across the world and Canadian airports and airlines have been upsetting travelers for weeks. Now, Air Canada customers have reported that the Canadian airline refuses to compensate for delays and flight cancellations. The carrier found a way to dodge Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR) by calling flight cancellations and delays related…
Air New Zealand highlights Māori culture in safety video
As New Zealand reopens to the world, Araraurangi Air New Zealand has launched a new safety video, and this time it’s the story of the Tiaki Promise. A promise that encourages both New Zealanders and international visitors to care for our place, our culture and our people. The story follows Tiaki, a young man who…
Vacationer confidence in Germany’s COVID-19 safety soars as it ranks lowest in infection risk
International tourists have lauded Germany’s COVID19 safety precautions with the country ranking lowest for risk of infection in a new survey, while more tourists are now staying in Germany for longer, according to new data. IPK International, a tourist market research specialist, asked travellers in 18 markets to rate COVID-19 infection risks. Overall named countries,…