Everyone who travels broadens their horizons, is open to the unknown, often experiences unforgettable things and knows about the beauty of our planet and how worthwhile it is to protect the earth!
Travel promotes understanding of other cultures and even promotes peace. The quote from Alexander von Humboldt ties in with this: “The most dangerous of all world views is the world view of people who have not looked at the world.” So traveling is good. The desire to travel after Corona is enormous, but so are the safety risks. At 1. At the European Travel Insurance Symposium on Travel Safety, experts discussed the questions that travelers are concerned about and what they should not be afraid of.
Andreas Sturmlechner, CEO of European Travel Insurance: “Our customers have become more sensitive when it comes to the topic of trip cancellation insurance and repatriation.” Verena Pronebner, ÖAMTC lawyer, confirms this trend: “Legal protection while traveling is becoming increasingly important. Everyone can minimize their personal risk through good insurance. “You get extra security by booking a package tour.
Geopolitical developments, trouble spots and wars make the ‘travel world’ smaller. A good tip from the experts is to inform yourself before departure about the risks in the holiday country, pay attention to travel warnings and register for free on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before you travel, so that in case of can be reached in an emergency.
This service is also available as a very useful app, just like the European Travel Insurance app, which allows you to quickly and easily manage insurance services such as cancellations, loss of luggage, but above all medical emergencies, meaning that if necessary, you can get it within 30 minutes a doctor’s consultation is initiated. Matthias Karrer, emergency physician and “chief travel doctor”: “Minor medical problems can often be solved immediately in the case of more serious injuries; information helps to initiate the right logistics.”
What else are we worried about? How do I protect myself against illness? Tropical Medicine University-Prof. Dr. Herwig Kollaritsch spoke about the development of new travel risks as a result of rising global temperatures. Changing insect habitats increases the risk of communicable diseases, but “with good prevention you can reduce the risk of mosquito infection by 90 percent. Consider the right insect repellents, but also vaccinations.”
Meteorologist Marcus Wadsak commented on the dangers of global warming. Extreme weather events, storms and disasters are increasing. The ORF weather presenter calls for more awareness and a reconsideration of behavior. We not only have climate change, but also a climate emergency – you can read about it in his book: “Climate Change. Facts versus Fake & Fiction”. Nevertheless: Traveling is good, because only those who know the beauty of our earth know what needs to be protected! “Climate protection starts with a change in the mind. “Where can everyone contribute to climate protection? Climate ambassador Wadsak’s answer is: “There are three major areas where we can do something. These are transport, energy and food.”
The final concern is about flying. Harry Gruber, former professional pilot and trainer against fear of flying, knows that 30 percent of all passengers suffer from fear of flying. The figures contradict it: 4.2 billion (!) people fly every year; This compared to 198 deaths (2016). Another figure: 1.3 million road traffic deaths according to the WHO (2016). However, the fact that kerosene is not taxed should make us think even more… Do you still feel like traveling? Yes, information and precautions increase travel safety and travel, enriching shared experiences!
Source: Krone
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