Traveling can be a lot of fun. But especially in places foreign to you, there can be certain risks that might make your adventures unsafe. So here are some travel trip tips to help make your fun times safer.
1. Research before your go.
Search the Internet for travel advisories and the latest safety tips from state organizations and other top sites that turn up in your favorite search engines like:
http://travel.state.gov
http://www.cdc.gov/travel
http://www.state.gov/travelandbusiness
Check to see if there are any sickness reports, travelers alerts and other concerns you should be familiar with before leaving home. Then check maps, like at http://MapQuest.com, to make sure of your travel route and the best way to get there. A travel agency like AAA (Automobile Association of America) can help plan routes for you, checking road construction along the way and any detours.
2. Use the buddy system.
Try not to travel alone, when possible, so that you have a safe friend along and you can both keep an eye out for each other. If you do travel alone, leave your itinerary with a trusted family member or friend and have that person...