Travel Safely

Overview

Wherever your journey takes you, for work, study, volunteering or leisure, being well-prepared is key to staying safe and making the most of your travel experience.

In this practical course, you'll explore essential strategies for safe international travel, from researching your destination and packing appropriately, to managing personal safety, health risks, and digital security. Realistic scenarios and actionable checklists help you apply key safety principles at every stage of your trip. Whether you're travelling to a familiar region or stepping into the unknown, this course equips you to travel with confidence and care.

Objectives

In this course you will:

• Identify common travel risks and understand how to mitigate them through advance planning
• Prepare appropriately for travel, including documents, insurance, vaccinations, and connectivity
• Apply personal safety strategies while in public spaces, accommodation, and during transit
• Manage your health and wellbeing before and during travel, including medication and mental health
• Respond effectively to emergencies and know how to access support if things go wrong