Travel safely: Hilden police give valuable holiday tips!

Travel safely: Hilden police give valuable holiday tips!

With summer vacation approaching, many Germans are faced with the challenge of planning their trips safely. To mark these preparations, the police in Hilden are offering an information stand on Warringtonplatz on Wednesday, June 4th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The aim is to give travelers tips on how to have a safe trip rp-online.de reported.

At the information stand, police officers receive advice on various topics that are particularly important for vacation. This includes travel booking, route planning, a technical check of the vehicle, security of the home against possible break-ins and the correct handling of important documents such as ID or passport. There are also valuable tips for long car journeys.

Prevention and support

The Mettmann district police authority has planned additional measures to increase road safety at the beginning of the summer holidays. This includes random checks to ensure road safety and identify possible risks at an early stage. There is also a leaflet entitled “Security around your holiday” which can be downloaded free of charge from the Criminal Police Advice Center or online.

The issue of security is also playing an increasingly important role among the general public. A survey by ERGO Reiseversicherung shows that 92 percent of Germans attach great importance to the security situation in the country they are traveling to. Over 60 percent of those surveyed even specifically choose safe travel destinations. This data highlights how important travelers are to safety considerations and how this influences their travel decisions. Almost one in seven people have already canceled or rebooked a planned trip due to safety concerns. The biggest worries that plague holidaymakers are crime (48.2 percent), terrorist attacks (37.1 percent) and illness (34.2 percent). reisereporter.de reported.

Travel insurance and digital services

However, to protect themselves from financial risks, only 28.7 percent of those surveyed always take out travel insurance. Usage statistics show that more than half of travelers are open to digital security services. The “travel & care” app offers support with useful safety instructions and medical contacts. It is noteworthy that the high costs of medical emergencies can quickly reach five-figure amounts, which underlines the need for appropriate insurance.

Overall, it shows that good planning and proactive action are essential for a safe trip. Travelers should obtain information from reputable sources of information such as the Foreign Office, social media, blogs or personal recommendations from friends and family. This helps to significantly improve safety while on vacation.