Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, should be as enjoyable and safe as possible. By following these few safety tips, you can be on your away to making the best of your trip.
Protect your luggage. Use covered luggage tags so your home address is not visible to others, and stay with your baggage until is is checked. This can protect your property from being stolen, and prevent anyone from placing things in your luggage that aren’t yours.
Make sure any prescription medications you have on you are in their original bottle and labeled with your name, your doctors name and the pharmacies name. This can protect you from legal troubles if your bags are checked.
Wearing flashy jewelry or pulling out wads of cash to pay for items can be considered a green light for pickpockets and thieves. Keep things simple and safe.
When in your hotel, make sure the windows are locked and you utilize the deadbolt on the entrance door. If at all possible, only stay in hotels that use a key card for the doors, rather than a metal key.
If you're traveling with a child, make sure you have a current photo of them in the event that they become lost. A recent picture can make it much easier for authorities to find a missing child.
Keep your passport hidden and only show it to legal authorities if requested.
If you're traveling to a country with a high crime rate, consider hiring a security escort for your protection.
While you cant always plan for the worst or even prevent it from happening, you can make sure that your information is as protected as possible and you are prepared to handle any situation or emergency. Traveling, while not without its risks, can be an enjoyable experience. Staying aware of your surroundings, keeping a cool head and making sure you are organized and prepared is the best and safest way to travel, whether to another town or another country.
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