Travel Safety

These stories exude suffering at its worst - from the desperate cannibalism of the Donner Party to the brutal starvation and bitter cold endured by Ernest Shackleton's team. Tales of such suffering may be distressing to their listeners, but at the same time, they engage us, offering glimpses of our most fundamental needs.

During a typical flight in an airliner, you will hurtle through the air at unbelievable speeds, in an aircraft the size of a house, and get thrown around by the weather conditions. No wonder some people have a deep fear of stepping into an airliner. Despite all the dangers lurking in the sky, flying is now a very safe way to travel around the world. One of the major factors that has helped aviation achieve such a strong safety record is to learn from past aviation disasters. In this gripping and insightful book, you will explore a number of tragic accidents that have sent shock waves ...

If you are like me, you are itching to pack your bags and go traveling again. This audiobook will illuminate the science behind the Covid-19 numbers, what the cruise ship industry is doing, or not doing, to regain your trust and why airplane travel is safer than a budget hotel. It will draw you into a discussion of the trends for domestic and international travel including virtual airline travel, trends in the RV industry, and provide further resources to consult before you dust off your passport and hit the road less traveled.

Backpacking adventures are all too often cut short by a stolen wallet or "Delhi belly". Instead, you can be aware and be prepared. These essential tips will put your mind at rest, leaving you to concentrate on making your travels the stuff of dreams.