Trip Safety

Faith Ventures FAQs, Trip Planning, Trip Safety

When a claim is denied by our underwriter, it may be for a variety of reasons. It might be that what the traveler is claiming is simply not covered by their travel insurance plan or that they are missing some supporting documentation. We want to...

17 Apr 2018

How to Make the Most of a Sudden Travel Delay

Trip Planning, Trip Safety

How to Make the Most of a Sudden Trip Delay

Travel delays are inevitable. Inclement weather, mechanical failure and crew delays can throw a major wrench in your carefully-planned trip. As frustrating as these moments are, you can turn any delay into a memorable mini-adventure with a little creativity and a positive attitude. As British...

10 Apr 2018

8 Things You Need to Do Before Moving Abroad

Trip Planning, Trip Safety

8 Things You Need to Do Before Moving Abroad

Are you ready to be an expat? The decision to move abroad certainly isn’t one to take lightly. Months and even years of careful planning and preparation are required to make it happen. But whether it is chosen as a career move, a long-term missions assignment,...

27 Mar 2018

Understanding the Faith Ventures Claims Process

Faith Ventures FAQs, Trip Safety

Understanding the Faith Ventures Claim Process

Important: If you need emergency assistance while traveling, please contact the 24/7 Assistance Emergency line using the information at the bottom, of the page. Even the most well-planned trip is not completely immune to the unexpected mishap. That’s why we are here--to help you navigate the unforeseen...

12 Mar 2018

5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System as You Travel

5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System as You Travel

05 Feb 2018

7 Travel Safety Tips for Teenage Groups

Erik Sorensen

Trip Planning, Trip Safety

Overseas mission trips can be a powerful and life-changing experiences for a teenager. Removed from the everyday distractions of friends, TV, the internet and school, many teens find themselves called into full or part-time ministry, re-evaluating their priorities and expanding their worldview. While it is...

17 Jan 2017

Do These Four Things To Help Keep Your Mission Teams Safe

Do These Four Things To Help Keep Your Mission Teams Safe

As an organization that takes on the responsibility of sending individuals abroad for mission work, the health and safety of your travelers should be one of your top concerns. No organization intends on putting their travelers in the way of harm, but what steps do...

31 Oct 2016

4 Common Traveler Illnesses & How To Prevent Them

4 Common Traveler Illnesses & How To Prevent Them

1. Traveler's Diarrhea: What You Need to Know Travelers' Diarrhea (TD) is usually experienced within the first few weeks of travel, but it may also occur at any point during your trip, and even after returning home. High-risk destinations are the developing countries of Latin America,...

13 Sep 2016

Is International Travel A Risk?

Mission trips often take us to far off lands where customs, laws and social norms are a bit different than the ones we are used to. That's perfectly okay, and in most cases welcome. Experiencing a new culture can be a beautiful thing! Mission organizations should prepare...

11 Jul 2016

How To Respond To Cultural Differences While Practicing Mission Trip Safety [INFOGRAHPIC]