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(Lebanon, NH – October 1, 2024) Iran launched nearly 200 missiles towards Israel today with at least some striking Israeli territory, according to reports. Iran’s bombardment targeting Israelis threatened the lives of residents, religious pilgrims, business travelers and tourists from the U.S. and other countries.

"We are actively tracking the safety and security of U.S. students, and multi-national tourists and business travelers in Israel and the region. Our security operations teams are working to ensure the safety of our members as needed but the situation is deteriorating rapidly and will likely escalate before stabilizing," said Harding Bush, former Navy SEAL and director of security operations for Global Rescue.

The attack is the second by Iran this year and comes nearly a year after the Hamas attack on Israel Oct. 7, 2023 when Global Rescue’s security operations teams successfully helped nearly a hundred members to safety.

“We’ve seen a spike in traveler purchases of security services since the attacks last year,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies, the world’s leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services, and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Global Rescue, the world’s leading medical and security evacuation and travel risk company, is orchestrating operations to bring members and others to safety.

Contact Bill McIntyre at bmcintyre@globalrescue.com or +1 (202) 560-1195 to schedule an interview with Global Rescue CEO Dan Richards.

(Lebanon, N.H. – September 3, 2024) When it comes to choosing ideal travel destinations, 35% of the world’s most experienced travelers prioritize landscape-rich locations followed closely by 31% who seek destinations that offer adventurous activities, according to the Global Rescue Summer 2024 Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey. But women have distinct preferences compared to men.

Female respondents (37%) list stunning landscapes – like mountains, jungles, savannahs, deserts, surf, reefs, canyons, volcanoes, and glaciers – as the most crucial factor when choosing an international destination to visit. In contrast, an equal percentage of male travelers (37%) prioritize access to adventure activities – such as scuba diving, skiing, mountaineering, trekking, and fishing – as their top consideration.

"Understanding the preferences of travelers is essential for the travel industry, and our survey sheds light on the differing priorities based on gender," said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies, the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services, and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

"While women tend to favor the beautiful landscapes and cultural experiences, men are more inclined to seek out adventure. This insight can help travel providers tailor their offerings to meet the diverse needs of their clientele," Richards said.

For women, cultural experiences also play a significant role in destination selection, with 15% indicating that language, customs, and local dress are important considerations, reflecting a desire for authentic interactions and deeper connections to the places they visit. Interestingly, only 3% of women cited cuisine, events, natural phenomena, architecture, infrastructure, and shopping as essential factors in their travel decisions.

Men, on the other hand, have a different approach. While 37% prioritize adventure activities, a nearly identical percentage (33%) seek destinations known for their landscapes, like female travelers. Only 10% of male respondents consider cultural diversity as a primary factor in their travel decisions. This suggests that adventure and natural beauty dominate the travel aspirations of men, with less emphasis placed on cultural elements.

When it comes to dream destinations, the survey reveals distinct preferences among genders. Women expressed a strong desire to visit Antarctica, New Zealand, Iceland (noted for its Northern Lights), the Galapagos Islands, Egypt, and Australia. In contrast, men favor destinations such as Australia (specifically for the Great Barrier Reef), New Zealand, Antarctica, Patagonia, Mongolia, and various locations across Africa.

"The survey results highlight the importance of landscapes and adventure in travel choices but it also underscores the evolving dynamics of traveler preferences," Richards added. "As more women engage in adventure sports and explore remote destinations, we may see a shift in these preferences in the future."

Contact

Bill McIntyre at bmcintyre@globalrescue.com or +1 (202) 560-1195 (phone/text) for more information.

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,100 current and former members between July 9-13, 2024. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

The Global Rescue Companies are the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

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(Lebanon, N.H. – August 26, 2024) Halfway through 2024, more than half of employees (55%) who travel for work expect their business travel to remain consistent with 2023 levels while more than a quarter (27%) anticipate traveling more for work, according to the Global Rescue Summer 2024 Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey.

"It's a promising indicator for the business travel industry, and one reason why travel growth continues," said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies, the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services, and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce. "In-person meetings are more effective at establishing and maintaining relationships."

The survey revealed a blend of optimism and caution among individuals regarding their work-related travel plans with most (82%) anticipating the same or more travel for work for the remainder of the year. Nearly a fifth of respondents (18%) expect a decrease in travel, reflecting ongoing concerns over budget constraints and the effectiveness of virtual communication tools.

Most respondents (66%) will travel for work domestically and internationally, while 29% will focus solely on domestic travel and a little more than 5% exclusively on international trips. The expectations regarding business travel recovery are also varied. While 59% of professionals believe that travel will match or exceed pre-pandemic levels, 26% expect work-related travel to be half or less than half of the number of trips compared to the year before the pandemic.

The survey results highlighted the increasing popularity of "bleisure" travel, where professionals combine business trips with leisure activities. Nearly three out of four respondents (74%) said they add extra days to their business trips for personal or leisure travel.

This growing inclination towards bleisure travel underscores a desire for work-life balance and maximizing travel experiences. "Vacations have evolved from a simple escape from work to a dynamic fusion of leisure and productivity. Today, you can effortlessly manage emails while soaking up the sun on a beach in the Bahamas, take a moment during a video call to savor a gelato in Rome, or finish your workday in Oslo and have plenty of time to witness the stunning northern lights illuminating the Arctic sky," Richards said.

The shift toward remote and hybrid work models continues to influence travel behavior. Among respondents, nearly half (47%) identify as hybrid workers, balancing time between remote and in-office work.

"With the potential for increased work-related travel and a growing emphasis on bleisure experiences, business leaders must stay attuned to employees' evolving needs, especially when updating their duty of care provisions,” Richards said.

Contact

Bill McIntyre at bmcintyre@globalrescue.com or +1 (202) 560-1195 (phone/text) for more information.

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,100 current and former members between July 9-13, 2024. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

The Global Rescue Companies are the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

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(Lebanon, N.H., August 19, 2024) – The travel boom shows no signs of slowing if travelers' current and planned behavior holds, according to new research. The motivations driving the ongoing surge in travel are the adoption of a YOLO (You Only Live Once) appreciation for life (43%) and travelers reporting having more money and time (31%) available to dedicate to their travel plans, according to the Summer 2024 Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey.

"The combination of individuals with more time, disposable income and a carpe diem attitude is sustaining travel industry growth," said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Eight out of ten of the world's most experienced travelers (81%) indicate they are either planning more trips (43%) or maintaining the same number of trips (38%) this year compared to their previous travel habits, according to the survey.

In 2024, a third of travelers (34%) are planning, or taking, longer trips, seeking to maximize their experiences away from home. As wanderlust grows, nearly half (49%) of respondents are eager to explore new destinations, while 44% are inclined to venture into more remote locales. Notably, 27% are even pursuing riskier destinations, reflecting a shift to bolder travel experiences.

Despite ongoing global challenges, including the war in Ukraine and violent conflict between Israel and Hamas, travelers appear undeterred. "Travelers are shrugging off concerns about international travel risks in favor of focusing on the benefits of exploration and adventure."

Civil unrest and terrorism are no longer the leading concerns on the minds of travelers about their future travel. According to the survey, having an injury or illness (51%) is the foremost concern among travelers, followed by civil unrest and terrorism (15%), losing a passport, credit cards or wallet/purse (10%), trip cancellation (9%), natural disasters (6%) and being robbed (4%).

Contact

Bill McIntyre at bmcintyre@globalrescue.com or +1 (202) 560-1195 (phone/text) for more information.

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,100 current and former members between July 9-13, 2024. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

The Global Rescue Companies are the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.