If you intend to take part in any hazardous sporting activity, follow these simple rules: Read More

There should be markers/stickers on the plate glass windows or patio doors. In rooms where there are no markings, consider putting a temporary sticker or tape on a patio door so you know when it is closed. Read More

Reports of people tripping or slipping at and suffering injury from holiday accidents in resorts, is an all too common occurrence. You should note and follow the rules below: Read More

Even if you are only going on a day trip to another country or are taking an excursion on holiday, accidents can happen. Read More

Many serious injuries and deaths are caused by holiday swimming accidents. Do not use a swimming pool unless you are satisfied it is safe. Follow the basic rules: Read More

We receive many complaints about the standard of balconies in holiday accommodation.  Parents often cannot rest easy for fear that their children will either climb through or tip over the edge of a balcony.  One tour operator explained to us that for example, the balconies in in a North African country were set at a particular height, because this reflected the minimum height of the local population.  Can a holiday destination be correct in setting the heights of balconies in line with its own local conditions; what consideration has taken place to deal with the many International Travellers who are clearly physically different – does this truely mean that this is a safe standard and should tour operators be allowed to rely on that standard when they know it will not fully protect the holidaymaker? Read More

Traffic accidents are the major cause of injury and death among travellers whilst on holiday abroad. Whether you are a pedestrian or if you intend to drive, please read the following guidelines: Read More