The number of bites a traveller receives is a key risk factor and the chance of it being infected by the Plasmodium parasite is affected by the details of the travel:

If specific information on the destination, is not available precautions to minimise the highest reported risk in the country, should be taken.

Malaria generally occurs because of a combined failure of: 

Studies⁶ have shown that adherence to both can be improved if travellers are informed of the risk of infection and understand the benefit of prevention strategies.

A more detailed travel risk assessment module is available on the platform which can be accessed by clicking here.