There’s every reason to believe that your trip is going to go just as planned. Most trips do. If yours is school-sponsored, then it’s even more likely that you won’t run into any problems, since your school is probably handling many of the details for you. But just in case you do run into trouble of some kind, it’s important to know what to do to resolve the solution.
Medical Emergency
For the most part, this is a no brainer. However, if your injury or illness is something you think “you can handle”, you may be less inclined to find medical care. When you are insured from InsureMyTrip for Education – you have medical coverage. Keep yourself healthy. Seek medical care if you even half think you should.
Immediate Emergency
In the United States, 911 for emergencies is engrained in us from early childhood. Most countries have a 911 equivalent. Do you know the number for your host country? You should. If you don’t think you’ll remember it, program it into your phone or write it down and keep it in your wallet.
Political/Civil Unrest
Some of the best places to travel are rich with history and culture and often that comes with some dangers. If you should ever find yourself in an unsafe environment while abroad due to political or civil unrest, you’ll want to know where the closest embassy is located. Keep your passport on you at all times and get to the embassy as quickly as possible. If you are traveling in an area of the world that is prone for unrest, your trip organizers have most likely prepped you for this possibility. Keep their guidelines in mind as you get to safety.
Want to Go Home
Whether a family member has an emergency at home or you are home sick, sometimes going home is the best answer. Your trip organizer most likely has protocol for this need, but your travel insurance will help you get there. Make sure you have your policy details and your trip contacts. All of these people will help coordinate your early trip home.
