- Be mindful of hygiene when handling poultry such as chicken due to recent discoveries of the H5N8 virus in German and Swiss poultry farms.
- Make sure to pack accordingly for cold weather if traveling to mountain ranges such as the Alps in order to prevent frostbite and hypothermia.
- If traveling to the Alps or Pyrenees for skiing, watch out for avalanches that are common in that mountainous region.
- If traveling to beaches such as the South of France for vacation, protect yourself against harmful UV rays by packing sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher
- Due to recent occurrences of terrorism in parts of Western Europe such as France and Germany, be mindful when using public transportation or around tourist hotspots. Report suspicious activity to officials immediately.