Safety on Holiday

Keep safe on holiday

Safety is always of paramount importance with every single Ramblers Worldwide Holiday we offer.  Our staff in the UK and overseas are trained to deal with most eventualities but we always advise our customers to be ‘safety aware’ during their holiday.

Know Before You Go

‘Know Before You Go’ is an ongoing travel safety campaign run by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), encouraging British nationals to be better prepared for their overseas trips with a view to avoiding common travelling traumas, risks and dangers. It is always a good idea to read up on the country / countries you are planning to visit.

Potential hazards

You should be aware of potential hazards on holiday as walking amongst mountains, hills and even in cities does involve an element of risk. For example, weather can deteriorate unexpectedly and may cause paths to become slippery. Terrain underfoot can also vary and be different from what you are used to. Walking poles are a great aid to mobility over uneven ground and they take some strain off the knees. 

As the tour leader is responsible for the safety of all group members, he or she may adopt a more cautious approach than would be considered reasonable by an individual party member.

Do be aware that itineraries planned for some holidays may be changed on the spot due to unexpected events.

The final decision for any change rests with your leader. Ramblers Worldwide Holidays cannot be held responsible for disruption to planned itineraries arising from weather conditions or situations beyond our control, such as earthquakes or political unrest. Every effort will be made to provide alternative activities and to ensure that you have the best  holiday possible.

When travelling overseas, it's wise to take extra care. Temperatures, humidity or altitude may be higher than you are used to, changes in diet may affect you and unpleasant insects may be encountered.

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Read our Keep Safe on Holiday Leaflet >