Traveling is often a fun and enchanting experience which can distract you from the potential dangers that come with it. Similarly, if you often travel for business, the repetition or tediousness of travel can desensitize you to the risks. For some, however, travel safety is always at the forefront of their minds. This can be particularly true for female travelers, as demonstrated by the 2018 online survey conducted by AIG Travel Inc. and Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) which found that 83% of women travelers experienced a safety-related event within the prior year.

Whether travel safety never crosses your mind or risk mitigation is all you can think of while packing, the tips and tricks outlined below are simple and easy precautions to take to ensure your safety while traveling for pleasure or for business.