Travelling for business can be tiring and often frustrating at the best of times, but throw Winter into the equation and it suddenly can become even more stressful. Travelling in the Winter months, unfortunately, can open up an array of disruptions or inconveniences that you might not have even considered. There\u2019s the darker evenings and cold, icy weather, which can all make for a tricky time travelling. But luckily, we\u2019re on hand to offer you advice to help you travel safely this Winter.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Project Image Area” custom_padding=”|||” _builder_version=”3.0.105″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/how-to-stay-safe-travelling-in-winter.jpg” show_bottom_space=”off” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ border_width_all=”30px” border_color_all=”#ffffff” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ box_shadow_horizontal=”0px” box_shadow_vertical=”15px” box_shadow_blur=”60px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(29,61,71,0.2)” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”2%” z_index_tablet=”500″ \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Project Analysis Section” _builder_version=”3.0.82″ custom_padding=”90px||2px||false|false” prev_background_color=”#000000″ next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row admin_label=”Project Analysis Area” custom_padding=”60px|0px|60px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.0.82″ border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” border_width_top=”1px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ header_3_line_height=”2em” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
Now that the clocks have gone back and the days are getting shorter, we\u2019ve been plunged into darkness from late afternoon to early morning. Travelling in unknown destinations can be unsafe at the best of times, let alone in the dim light of the Winter months. So, when you\u2019re planning travel this Winter, think about booking flights which land in daylight hours, especially if you\u2019re travelling alone or to somewhere you\u2019re not familiar with.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Project Analysis Area” custom_padding=”60px|0px|60px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.0.82″ border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” border_width_top=”1px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ header_3_line_height=”2em” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
Have a think about where you\u2019re travelling to and what the climate might be like. Winters in the UK can be reasonably mild, but head abroad and you might be landing in the thick snow! Make sure to bring plenty of warm layers and consider appropriate footwear.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Final Result Area” custom_padding=”60px|0px|60px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” border_width_top=”1px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ header_3_line_height=”2em” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
Are you travelling by car, or perhaps arranging a hire car for the other end of your trip? Make sure you\u2019re prepared for difficult driving conditions, depending on your destination. If you\u2019re driving in treacherous conditions, make sure you have a warm coat, gloves and a hat left in the car, and perhaps even a shovel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Final Result Area” custom_padding=”60px|0px|60px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” border_width_top=”1px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ header_3_line_height=”2em” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
The bad weather can cause havoc with delays and cancellations, so don\u2019t leave for your flight or train before double-checking that everything\u2019s running on time. We recommend following airports and airlines on social media, as this will often be their first port of call to announce delays. We\u2019ve compiled a list of all airport travel alerts in one handy list to follow on Twitter here. Train travel alerts can be found on this list here.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Final Result Area” custom_padding=”60px|0px|60px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.0.105″ border_color_all=”rgba(51,51,51,0.12)” border_width_top=”1px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ header_3_line_height=”2em” animation_style=”fold” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_fold=”5%” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
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As important it is to keep your own energy up, we actually mean your phone too! In severe Winter weather, there is a possibility that you could end up stranded at an airport, at a train station, in your hire car or at your hotel. So make sure you think of all eventualities! We recommend keeping a portable phone charger to hand at all times.<\/p>\r\n\r\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Quote Section” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ border_color_all=”rgba(255,186,96,0.6)” border_width_right=”8vw” border_color_right=”#5b8cb1″ custom_padding=”75px|0px|110px|0px|false|false” prev_background_color=”#000000″ next_background_color=”#f7f7f7″ z_index_tablet=”500″][et_pb_row admin_label=”Quote Area” use_custom_width=”on” custom_padding=”55px|0px|55px|0px|true|false” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ module_alignment=”right” z_index_tablet=”500″][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Author Name” _builder_version=”3.21.1″ text_text_color=”#ffba60″ text_letter_spacing=”4px” module_alignment=”center” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”bottom” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” inline_fonts=”Georgia” z_index_tablet=”500″]\r\n\r\n
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Travelling for business can be tiring and often frustrating at the best of times, but throw Winter into the equation and it suddenly can become even more stressful.<\/h3>\r\nTravelling in the Winter months, unfortunately, can open up an array of disruptions or inconveniences that you might not have even considered. There\u2019s the darker evenings and cold, icy weather, which can all make for a tricky time travelling. But luckily, we\u2019re on hand to offer you advice to help you travel safely this Winter.\r\n
Dark Nights and Dark Mornings<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nNow that the clocks have gone back and the days are getting shorter, we\u2019ve been plunged into darkness from late afternoon to early morning. Travelling in unknown destinations can be unsafe at the best of times, let alone in the dim light of the Winter months. So, when you\u2019re planning travel this Winter, think about booking flights which land in daylight hours, especially if you\u2019re travelling alone or to somewhere you\u2019re not familiar with.\r\n
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Icy Roads<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nAre you travelling by car, or perhaps arranging a hire car for the other end of your trip? Make sure you\u2019re prepared for difficult driving conditions, depending on your destination. If you\u2019re driving in treacherous conditions, make sure you have a warm coat, gloves and a hat left in the car, and perhaps even a shovel.\r\n
More Delays<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nThe bad weather can cause havoc with delays and cancellations, so don\u2019t leave for your flight or train before double-checking that everything\u2019s running on time. We recommend following airports and airlines on social media, as this will often be their first port of call to announce delays. We\u2019ve compiled a list of all airport travel alerts in one handy list to follow on Twitter\u00a0here<\/a>. Train travel alerts can be found on this list\u00a0here<\/a>.\r\n
Consider Cancellation Policies<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nIf you\u2019re booking accommodation throughout the Winter months, think carefully about cancellation policies. Booking a hotel with plenty of leeway on cancellations could save the day if you need to rearrange your trip due to bad weather. Consider the location you\u2019re staying in, and how possible it is that a storm or heavy snow could happen on the dates you\u2019re travelling.\r\n
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