With the pressure of work and life gradually increasing, travel has become the best choice for many young people to release pressure and relax; there are also middle-aged and elderly people who have worked hard for most of their lives and are finally receiving pensions and retirement benefits to arrange the rest of their lives freely, the world is so big, they can finally go to see it. When you go on a trip, you have to make preparations and strategies about where to go, when to go, how to travel, and so on. On the journey, safety is the first thing to consider; how to lose your belongings during the trip? What should be noted in different seasons of travel? Which is the safer way to travel? What to pay attention to when traveling? Don’t panic; the following travel safety knowledge is enough to solve all your concerns and questions, and I will take a look at it!
Travel safety knowledge
Travel consumer safety
Do not be greedy for small bargains, regular business multiple price comparisons, and careful purchases. When signing a travel contract, read through the terms and conditions carefully and remember to leave evidence when you encounter infringement. Know the transportation schedule in advance and choose regular tourist transportation.
The channels for the protection of rights ①negotiate and settle with the tour operator; ② request mediation by the consumer association; ③ appeal to the relevant administrative departments; ④ according to the arbitration agreement reached with the operator to submit to arbitration institutions; ⑤ file a lawsuit in court.
Travel property safety
Check the qualification of the travel agency; beware of price traps; carry your valuables with you; lock your luggage; write down the manufacturer, model, and a serial number of your valuables; install a motion sensor on your bag.
The way to defend your rights â‘ ask for compensation from the tourism quality control office where the travel agency is located; â‘¡ file a lawsuit directly to the people’s court, collect relevant evidence and file a lawsuit to defend your rights.
Travel Traffic Safety
Aircraft
Safety hazards 3 minutes before takeoff and 8 minutes before landing are the most dangerous; the flight is increasingly compact, and there is no time to clean the cabin, which may leave germs and influenza; the plane is easily injured when encountering turbulence; the chance of successful escape is greatly reduced for passengers who are five rows away from the exit; the best time to escape from a fire is only 90 seconds; there are fatal hazards of sitting children on your lap while flying.
Safety tips: choose a direct flight; choose a plane with at least 30 seats; memorize the safety instructions before take-off; check in large luggage; fasten your seat belt at all times; follow the instructions of the flight attendants; do not bring dangerous items on board; stay calm and alert at all times.
Trains
Safety hazards: Improper scheduling may lead to premature intrusion of the rear train into the driving area of the front train; speeding on curves may lead to derailment; sudden geological disasters along the line may lead to train derailment, burial, or cliff fall; malfunctioning of railroad system equipment may lead to rear-end or collision accidents; aging and slackening of parts may lead to train overturning; illegal construction by railroad maintenance personnel may lead to train crashing and running over pedestrians.
Common sense safety choose formal ticketing channels, do not believe in online ticket transfer information; commonly used items and valuables are stored separately; try to put your luggage on the luggage rack on the side of your seat; do not eat food from strangers; seek help from train attendants in time of difficulty.
Ships
Safety hazards do not ride on overloaded ships; avoid riding in bad weather; crowding on one side of the ship will make the ship tilt; crowding and scrambling on and off the ship will lead to falling into the water.
Common sense safety strictly prohibits the carrying of flammable and explosive dangerous goods; after boarding, you should be familiar with the surroundings of the cabin you are taking as soon as possible; remember the location and use of life-saving items; listen to the command of the crew when there are bumps, do not run and barge, loud noise; do not open the light to the water surface of the sea at will, it will affect the driver’s vision.
High-speed rail
Safety hazards exist for quality safety, vehicle conflict accidents, vehicle derailment accidents, vehicle injury accidents, electric shock injury accidents, and business line construction accidents.
Safety common sense to keep the channel exit open; wait in line outside the platform safety line; first down and then up in an orderly manner to get on and off the train; always take care of the children and the elderly who travel with you; do not pull the emergency brake valve; do not move the emergency hammer, fire extinguisher; put away valuables, remember to take the items with you.
Riding
Safety hazards riding with jewelry or frame glasses; fatigue driving; ignoring car conditions; playing music too loudly with built-in headphones in helmet; connecting electrical appliances indiscriminately; riding after taking drugs; riding with emotions; adjusting lights privately; riding with unreasonable weight.
Necessary items are a cycling helmet, cycling bandana, cycling glasses, cycling clothes, cycling sleeves, cycling gloves, cycling backpack or fanny pack, cycling pants, cycling leggings, leggings, cycling shoes, and cycling shoe covers.
Travel food safety
Food
You should bring some medicine for intestinal diseases before your trip in case of emergency; eat on time and eat lightly during the trip; be hygienic and prevent diseases from entering by mouth; avoid overeating and drinking alcohol; drink only tea, plain water, or mineral water, and drink sparingly for many times; do not accept food given by strangers casually.
Travel disease safety
Diarrhea treatment replenishes water, eats less, and eats potassium-rich food; maintains good personal hygiene habits; ensures food and water hygiene safety, vaccination to prevent diarrhea.
Insomnia treatment adjusts the way of thinking and keeps a calm mind; adjust the bedding appropriately until you feel comfortable and create a harmonious sleep environment; have enough food and exercise appropriately; do not eat food that is stimulating to the brain before bedtime, and keep an empty stomach or eat food that helps you sleep.
Heatstroke treatment transfer to a cool place to dissipate heat; wipe the body with cold water or alcohol; drink talk saline or patchouli; call 120 for help in severe heatstroke; do physical protection from the sun and extend the midday rest; replenish body fluids at any time; prohibit overexertion and ensure sufficient sleep.
Allergy treatment with ice-cold compresses; timely consultation and treatment at the hospital; eat allergy drugs or vaccination before travel to prevent
High altitude reaction treatment take medicines to relieve high altitude reaction (such as Jingtian safflower capsules, American ginseng tablets, etc.); take more rest and less activity, insist on eating; eat more protein and fat-rich food (such as meat, eggs, nuts, etc.); reduce water and salt intake to prevent pulmonary edema; prohibit drinking alcohol.
Water and soil treatment include more tea, yogurt, honey water; maintaining the original habits; tasting food in moderation; clothing to wide comfortable; best to bring their own fresh food.
Travel accommodation safety
Food
â‘ Sleep in pajamas and do not expose large areas of skin to direct contact with bedding.
â‘¡Check carefully before using the kettle to see if the inside is clean and rusty, and it is best to disinfect it before using it.
â‘¢ use the toilet must be padded with a sheet of paper before use, or choose the squatting posture toilet.
â‘£It is safer to use the shower, and it is better not to use the bathtub to take a bath.
⑤ It is better not to wear slippers that are commonly used in the room, and it is better to wear disposable ones.
â‘¥Toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, bath towel, and other such items can bring as much as possible to bring their own.
Safety instructions for high-risk tourism activities
Rafting
Bring a set of clean clothes and plastic slippers before departure; don’t bring valuables, cash, and shoes on board; wear a good life jacket and listen to the arrangement of the boatman; don’t panic when you encounter an accident in rafting, don’t move around and listen to the arrangement of the staff; don’t forget to moisturize and protect yourself from the sun when it is hot; drink a bowl of ginger soup after getting off the boat to prevent a cold.
Diving
Do not dive alone, check each other’s equipment before diving and get to know each other; do not exceed the depth limit of your personal qualifications, strictly adhere to the safety guidelines of the dive table; keep your sanity and self-discipline, keep breathing smoothly.
Snorkeling
Pay attention to weather and sea conditions before diving, prepare buoyancy aids, and always go with a buddy; limit your snorkeling time to one hour, and swim off at an oblique angle with the current; assess your ability to rescue in case of emergency.
Skiing
Before skiing, make preparations and replenish your strength, wear warm and moisture-proof equipment, and check your equipment; ski within your ability, prevent collisions, don’t take risks, and stop by the side when resting; report to the snow rescue personnel as soon as possible when you find others injured.
Mountaineering
Go up the mountain to light clothing, wear climbing shoes, bring good clothing for the mountain climate change, should travel in pairs, take care of each other; bring enough water, food, and medicine; do not climb during thunderstorms, do not take shelter under the trees; consciously clear the food garbage away, cigarette butts, match stems extinguished.
Travel precautions
Note for different seasons
Spring season
Know the local climate in advance, pay attention to appropriate clothing, and rain gear to be necessary; try to avoid drinking raw water and eating unhygienic food; choose a ventilated and breathable location to rest, and do not sit in a cool and humid place, do not stand against the wind to avoid getting cold; picnic barbecue to pay attention to the wind direction so that people go away from the fire.
Summer
Before going out to ensure sleep, avoid going out at a high temperature, go out to do a good job of protection, timely replenishment of water, bring along with you to prevent heatstroke; eat less and more meals, pay attention to dietary safety; wear loose cotton breathable clothing, keep warm water shower; to prevent “air conditioning disease,” indoor, and the outdoor temperature difference is not too large.
Autumn
Wear warm, light, and loose clothing; bring a compass, jacket, snacks, and medicine; ventilate in closed spaces to prevent infectious diseases; pay attention to protecting the skin, replenish moisture and prevent dryness and wrinkles.
Winter
Pay attention to the local microclimate, pay attention to cold and warmth, prepare medicine, wear sunglasses to prevent snow blindness; avoid traveling by long-distance bus, preferably by air; avoid traveling to areas with too much temperature difference and too high altitude, and do not stay outdoors for too long.
Different groups of people travel attention
Young students prepare outdoor equipment in advance, do not carry too many valuables, pay attention to the custody of property, listen to the command of all actions, do not act alone, do not easily trust strangers, and remember the contact number of their parents and teachers.
Women should not dress up too beautifully, do not easily talk to strangers, do not let down their guard; prepare protective items, it is best to travel with a partner, avoid acting alone; take care of your belongings, avoid crowding with strangers; do not arrange the trip too tightly, pay attention to rest to maintain physical strength.
Pregnant women time is best to choose the mid-pregnancy, the physical condition is relatively stable, the way to be accompanied by someone throughout to ensure safety; recommended short-distance line, so as not to overwork; develop a reasonable travel plan, do not overexert, too exciting or dangerous activities should not be involved; carry the necessary drugs, pay attention to diet and health; should not wear too much luggage, the best choice of private car travel, avoid sitting still for a long time, take the plane can apply for “special care.”
Men should prepare common medicines, keep their belongings and be careful of being stolen or robbed; don’t be brave and protect their own safety; listen to the advice of locals, don’t go to dangerous areas, and don’t take unlicensed taxis; don’t drink heavily and do safe sex measures.
The middle-aged and elderly people should plan their travel routes and locations in advance, and the elderly should preferably choose to travel in spring and autumn; bring common medicines, crutches, and other necessary items; pay attention to safety, and preferably travel with friends or relatives to take care of each other; select hotels with relatively good accommodation conditions and the elderly should pay attention to adding and subtracting clothes while preventing excessive fatigue.
Enterprise employees try to choose in the resident hotel, guest house, or resort dining, pay attention to diet and health; try to dress casual and comfortable, bring sun protection and first aid supplies; travel activities to follow the team, and avoid acting alone; travel activities to line up in order, establish team awareness, mutual help, solidarity, and love, listen to the relevant personnel command.
Different terrain and landscape tourism attention
Travel to the plateau must be prepared to warm clothing, sunscreen, medicine, and moderate consumption of ghee tea, dairy products, and beef and mutton can enhance the ability to adapt to the plateau climate; the first plateau to rest more, do not overeat, do not drink and smoke; do not go out alone at night in the accommodation.
Mountainous areas try to choose mountain tourist destinations and scenic spots with higher development levels and safety norms, and travel according to their own physical fitness and health condition; always pay attention to the travel tips issued by tourism, transportation, diplomacy, health, meteorology, and other relevant departments, plan transportation routes in advance for self-driving mountain tourism, and actively purchase personal travel insurance; pay attention to tour safety at all times, and do not stay in dangerous areas.
Basin to avoid rainy season travel, pay attention to landslides and mudslides and other natural disasters; basin area rain, heavy humidity, carry an umbrella and some corresponding drugs.
The hilly areas are generally more undulating, so remember to plan your route in advance as well as choose the right transportation.
Note for different weather travel
In rainy weather, prepare umbrellas and raincoats, wear waterproof jackets, prepare more sets of clothes for use, and pay attention to the prevention of colds and diseases; self-drive tours should check the performance of the car in advance, and in mountainous areas, pay attention to avoid low-lying areas.
In high-temperature weather, sunscreen, umbrellas, and heat protection medicine are necessary to avoid going out during high-temperature periods and to ensure sufficient sleep; pay attention to hygiene, do not eat too cold food, and prevent mosquito bites.
Wear non-slip boots and pay special attention to the warmth of the neck and head when traveling in snowy weather; do PlanB planning to prevent cancellation of flights or serious delays due to heavy snow; do not travel alone by car; the risk factor of driving in snowy weather increases.
Note on the way to travel
Individuals travel with bank cards, ID cards, and other important items, pay attention to their luggage, buy tickets in advance, book a good hotel and do a good strategy, do not communicate with strangers on the road at will, and do not trust others.
Check the condition of your car in advance, and make sure you get enough sleep before you leave; bring your driver’s license, driving license, ID card, and insurance card; prepare maps and GPS navigation, carry gasoline, power inverter, and maintenance tools with you, bring a change of clothes and emergency medicine box; don’t drive alone, don’t drive for a long time, and try not to take the night road.
Travel abroad to follow the customs, do not trust strangers, and choose a safe living area while protecting personal privacy.
Choose a formal travel agency with a group tour, carry clothes, shoes, cash, bank cards, cameras, cell phones, mobile power, documents, essential drugs, etc.; I think the most important thing is to pay attention to personal safety, and remember the time point and license plate number when traveling while spending wisely.