Whether travelling for business or recreation, keeping your wits about you when venturing to a new place is key to ensuring time spent away from home is productive, enjoyable, comfortable and safe.

These seven tips that cover everything from learning all you can about your intended destination to choosing safe lodgings and updating your contact list in the event of an emergency, are not only practical but highly useful.

Watch the video and you’ll see why!

This video first appeared in uppre.com