Most Common Travel Accidents

MOST COMMON TRAVEL ACCIDENTS TRIPPING SNAKE BITES The likelihood of tripping on your trip is much greater as we are always in a hurry to catch a flight/train. If you are not watching where you are stepping, you can trip and fall off of the curb causing possible injuries. Watch your step while in nature. Snakes can be very difficult to see, and their bites can be fatal. It is important that if bitten, you get to an emergency room as quickly as possible. We are surrounded by potential risks everywhere we go, but when traveling, there are a number of risks that become more likely because you are in such an unfamiliar environment. TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS SLIPPING ON WET SURFACES Car accidents are the number one cause of death across the globe. If you do plan to drive while traveling, know the local traffic rules since they differ drastically from country to country. Wet surfaces are exceptionally dangerous to walk on. Hold onto railing when walking on slippery stairs. Avoid hiking/walking in the dirt while it is wet. Pack proper walking shoes, rain or snow boots. ALCOHOL ABUSE MUGGING Foreign tourists are prime targets for muggers. Try not to walk alone at night or in isolated areas no matter how safe the city is. Research the neighborhood before you leave. Drinking too much puts a traveler at grave risk. Every country has its own rules and regulations on alcohol consumption. Alcohol not only weakens your judgment but makes you a target for burglary. Gv Infographics by VisitorsCoverage Be cautious to deter most common travel accidents. Travel Insurance Solutions www.VisitorsCoverage.com