Travel Checklist

1) Have you taken comprehensive travel insurance covering you for all the activities you may want to do?

Smart move! Trying new things and gaining fresh experiences is all part of the fun of a gap year but it’s important to make sure your health and welfare are not at risk. If you intend to wow your friends and family with stories of your daredevil exploits when you get home, make sure you have sufficient insurance to cover any eventuality, before you go.

Sort it out! Trying new things and gaining fresh experiences is all part of the fun of a gap year but it’s important to make sure you’re not putting your health and welfare at risk as you spread you wings. If you intend to wow your friends and family with stories of your daredevil exploits when you get home, make sure you have sufficient insurance to cover any eventuality, before you go.

2) Are you aware of whether your chosen destination is a potential trouble spot?

Good research It’s always good to know before you go. Be sure to check the FCO website www.fco.gov.uk/travel before you head off. Keep these basic precautions in mind on your travels - listen to the local and regional news in the media, try to avoid political and other demonstrations or gatherings, have an emergency plan: make sure you know how to use the local phones, and arrange a time and place for friends or family to meet-up should you get separated and always be alert to unattended baggage in public places. In areas where you know the risk of terrorism is higher, look out for people acting suspiciously near “Western” institutions or gatherings. Check your vehicle for explosive devices before use, especially if it has been left unguarded for any time.

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