Travel agents are essential in today's dynamic and linked world for ensuring seamless travel experiences for both people and organizations, including solo travel. The tourism business does, however, have its fair share of dangers and difficulties. In order to ensure the security, safety, and general effectiveness of travel operations, risk management is very relevant for in travel agents and other industry professionals, so that they can safeguard their clients' interests while also improvin
The travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors have experienced tremendous change in the current digital era, with technology being a key factor in improving consumer satisfaction and optimizing business processes. But the advantages of digital innovation also bring with them new difficulties, especially in the area of cybersecurity. These industries' firms are more susceptible to cyber risks including Ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and data breaches since they depend more on digital platform
Simply put, travelling abroad is one of the most enriching endeavours any person could undertake. The adventures savoured and experiences gained in exploring different areas of the world will definitely end up as irreplaceable and unforgettable memories. That said, there’s no denying that the simple and straightforward act of setting out and experiencing the world is fraught with numerous risks and unforeseen pitfalls. From misplaced luggage and stolen items to shady local drivers and sketchy ma
Recent events around the world have proven once again that holding a major event is no easy matter. Not only must a community deal with the event itself but there are always logistics, marketing, and public relations that go hand in hand with a major event. To make matters even more challenging we live in a world of political unrest. Major events are of course targets for terrorism. They also may incite local protests that have nothing to do with terrorism. These demonstrations are byproducts
With the onset of the summer travel season in much of the world June is a good time to ask ourselves how well we are protecting our tourism sites. Airlines and other forms of transportation have the advantage that they received government security. Most other forms of tourism, such as hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, and major attractions such as theme parks receive little or no government security or protection. In most cases, the tourism industry can depend on no one but itself.
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FROM TOURISM & MORE'S "TOURISM TIDBITS," JANUARY 2013:
The tragic recent school shootings in the US have underlined once again the fact that too many people see police departments and other forms of security as adding nothing to the bottom line. For example, from the perspective of too many tourism professionals, security people, be they public or private, are a necessary expense. These tourism professionals often express the opinion that security agents do nothing to promote the locale and o
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), embedded in all U.S. passports issued after 2006 and now in most
Security concerns have been increasing around the world during the past decades, not only related to major terrorism in the skies (such as 9/11) or on land (such as the Mumbai Attack), but also related to personal safety concerns arising from a growing number of pickpocket and mugging incidents in tourist destinations everywhere. At the same time, the number as well as the value of items carried by many experienced travelers has continued to increase. Wearing a suitable travel vest and hidden ca
The year 2013 may be known as a year of travel insecurity. From airline crashes to cruise ships, international events and alerts around the world, along with terrorism threats should serve to remind all of us, that travel is never without risks. Although no one can guarantee total safety, and the tourism industry continually works to improve its security, there is and there will always be an element of risk. Furthermore, no matter how much security is provided, it is still the traveler's perso
If you are planning on taking a caravanning holiday at some point, you may have some concerns about security. Obviously, when you are towing a caravan, you effectively have your accommodation attached to the back of your car and this can make some people feel a little uneasy.
Use your logic
Just because caravans may be tempting to thieves, you shouldn't automatically think yours is going to be stolen. If you think logically, there are lots of simple things you can do to ensure your caravan doesn't
Tourism is big business in Costa Rica. Over the past 25 years, tourism has been the fastest growing economic sector in the country. Keeping tourists safe and informed while visiting Costa Rica is a vital commitment by the country’s government and national tourism organizations.
Costa Rican authorities have recently agreed to invest 350 million colones (approximately $700,000 USD) to strengthen the country’s tourist police force. The Ministry of Public Security and the Costa Rican Tourism Board (I
I arrived in Cusco the day before the US embassy website posted the kidnapping advisory for US citizens in Cusco & Machu Picchu.
I spent the next week walking around the city of Cusco, often alone, and went to the village of Ollantaytambo for a hike to unknown ruins.
I made a short video of my observations while in Cusco that I hope will address some of these questions . . .
Tourism security professionals and managers often (and justly) complain that they are considered expendable due to the fact that the other parts of the tourism industry perceive them as adding nothing to the bottom line. In fact often tourism officials believe that security is simply and added and required expense that must be accepted, be that expense a burden. This month's Tourism Tidbits focuses on the other side of the coin, and emphasizes that not only is tourism security not simply a nece
Losing or having your passport stolen is something that we think would never happen to us. Even if we take all the right steps to make sure our documents are safe it is still something that can happen to anyone of us no matter which country we are travelling in.
If you do have your passport stolen you should first report the theft to the local authorities; if you are stopping in a hotel they will help you with this. You must get a crime reference number from them as you may need this upon you
TOURISM & MORE'S "TOURISM TIDBITS"
May 2012
International Tourism Month and Tourism Security & Safety
The city of Las Vegas will hold its 19th conference on tourism security and safety during the month of May. The choice of this month is not an accident as May is the international month for tourism, and the first rule of good hospitality is taking care of our guests. All too often tourism professionals see themselves as marketers rather than hosts. Realty is different however. Visitors eventual
However, with all the political events that started with the people's revolution against the government on the 25th of January 2011, and with many countries placing warnings to
| In the face of protests over the looming austerity bill that has been deemed "harsh" and "ineffective" by Greek citizens, many travelers are asking themselves whether it is safe to travel to Greece. And while some are deciding the answer is “no”, even more are going ahead with their travel plans. Indeed, Thomas Cook reported last week that summer bookings for Greece are 13% higher than a year ago. |  (click to enlarge) |
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Smart travelers pack carefully for their vacations and take everything they need to stay healthy, and it's equally important to safeguard those items while you're on the road.
One precaution is to divide prescription meds and other critical health care supplies and carry them in two different places, such as a handbag and a carry-on suitcase (but never in checked luggage).
I also recommend using a travel lock to secure small items such as a purse, briefcase, or totebag to something large and awkw
Summertime and the living may be easy, but summertime is also prime time for identity theft, says security expert, Alan Wlasuk. He’s managing partner of 403 Web Security a company committed to evaluating and eliminating website security risks.
Likely 140 million Americans will travel this summer, and Wlasuk’s company says while you’re away, thieves are on the prowl for personal information on unsecured wireless networks, at the gas pump, at hotels or in your mailbox.
Can’t happen to you? Thi
