Dengue Fever is a viral illness which is common in tropical areas. Symptoms of Dengue Fever can range in severity with a mild case feeling like a dose of the … Read More
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious risk for travellers. Whilst it is thought that long haul travel increases the risk of DVT, it is not confined to air travel. … Read More
Ending up is hospital isn’t ideal when holidaying overseas. But it can happen and a little advance preparation can help – just in case your trip does involve an impromptu … Read More
As Australians, we love to play in and on the water. Beachside holidays can though present some rather unique hazards. Throughout our Natural Disaster Survival series, we look at many … Read More
Do you know someone who has done it? Maybe you’ve been tempted yourself. Is it really fraud if you’re only inflating the value of a lost item by a few … Read More
Do you take prescription medication, supplements or vitamins? Do you need to use medical devices such as needles, syringes or health monitoring machines? If you are planning to travel overseas, … Read More
For some, staying in a hostel is the only way to go. For others, it is a necessity particularly when it comes to stretching the travel budget. Whatever your reason … Read More
We all hope it never happens but the sad truth is that sometimes, a holiday ends in tragedy. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, approximately 1,300 Australians … Read More
Volunteering overseas is an admirable thing to do. Whether teaching English, building infrastructure or helping animals, there is a real sense of achievement in making a difference to someone’s life. … Read More