Not sure where it’s safe to travel right now? Let me show you a tool I trust.
How I Check Travel Safety Fast
I don’t know about you, but I’m not liking the state of the world right now. It feels like every region is experiencing some conflict, or one is about to begin.
This has led me to think about safe places to travel.
The thing is, major incidents are happening so frequently, so how do you find the latest news?
Fortunately, there’s a reliable source for determining whether or not it’s safe to visit certain areas.
As you know, I use the U.S. Department of
State’s site a lot, and here’s a link that shows a list of all the countries and their safety status: Travel Advisories page
Here’s my interpretation of their varying travel levels.
To be honest, I disagree with some of the items on this website's list. I’ve actually been to
some of the ‘dangerous’ countries, and they seemed pretty safe to me.
So use your own judgment, but at least you know you have the best information available when planning your trip.
Also, think about areas with rising tensions. For example, I would be cautious about going to China or Taiwan, given all
the tension happening between those countries.
Hope this helps. I really hope there’s greater stability in the world soon.
Keep traveling,
Andrew
Do you trust official government travel advisories, or do you rely more on personal judgment and local insights? Why?
Cocktail of the Week
The Sazerac cocktail is considered one of the oldest known cocktails in the United States, with its origins tracing back to New Orleans in the mid-19th century. Originally made with brandy, it later evolved to use rye whiskey as the main spirit, alongside absinthe and
bitters, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic drink that has stood the test of time.
Recipe:
2 oz rye whiskey
1 sugar cube
3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters
Absinthe
Lemon peel for
garnish
Instructions: 1. Take an Old Fashioned glass and rinse it with absinthe, then discard the excess. 2. In a separate mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with Peychaud's Bitters until dissolved. 3. Add rye whiskey to the mixing glass with ice and stir until
well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the prepared Old Fashioned glass. 5. Express the oils from a lemon peel over the drink and garnish with the peel.
Random Travel Thought
I hope these tariffs don't mess with travels.
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The Plug
Cheap flights:
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Skyscanner
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Insurance:
Safety
Wing
:
I use Safety Wing as my travel insurance because the plans are flexible. You can easily insure a 1-week trip for like $11 dollars which is less than the cost of a cocktail at the bar.
Travel Gear
Compression socks: Sitting for extended periods of time is not good for the body, so keep yourself healthy enough to go on more trips.Link
Apple AirTags: Consider getting Apple AirTags for the peace of mind of always knowing where your luggage is. Link
Smart Phone holder: It's a foldable sheet that can be used as a stand for your iPhone or iPad.Link
Packing cubes: Having a separate container works wonders for keeping
clothes wrinkle-free. It also makes packing/unpacking much easier.Link
Donut Power Strip: Power outlets are always in demand, but sometimes they're in weird spots. I use this bagel because it's lightweight, and I don't have to think about it.Link
Travel Case Organizer: Cable organizers can be a pain, but this is what I use to keep my cables organized. Link
Backup batteries: I like these backup batteries because they have three important components for me: 1. They have enough power to recharge my phone multiple times at once, 2. Are small enough to put in my pocket, and 3. Are sturdy enough to survive a fall. Link
Yoga Mat: I use this thin mat to get my stretching in even when I'm traveling. Link
Jump Rope: It's so easy to bring a jump rope with you for exercise because it
weighs almost nothing and takes up no space. Link
Liquid IV: Great for hydration to keep you from dying. When you're traveling, it's time to live it up! Link
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