Keeping Yourself And Your Property Safe While Vacationing

When traveling anywhere in the world for a vacation, it is good to be mindful that you are in a foreign country and that some areas may not be as safe and secure as your hometown. While most of the places you will visit are actually safe for visitors, you should always be proactive in protecting yourself and your property while traveling.

For the most part hotel employees, tour operators, taxi drivers and others involved in the tourist industry have their best interests invested in keeping you safe and secure, but there are always those who may take advantage. I was ever in Malaysia with my wife and we hired a 3 day tour and gave a deposit. When the tour guide arrived he asked that we pay the balance. After the first day we never say him again. So make sure you are dealing with a reputable company like a travel agency. Careful with the travel tours you find on the street.

When walking in public markets and shopping areas, it is always best to keep a low profile while at the same time appearing confident. Walk with a sense of purpose and avoid looking lost, even if you are, as this will be a signal to unscrupulous types that you might be an easy mark. Don't wear eye-catching jewelry or flash a lot of cash for the same reason. A middle-class look will work best as it doesn't stand out as much, but still elicits respect. If you appear to be intoxicated, sick, tired, or physically weak you may become targeted to becoming a victim of crime.

It would pay to be extra cautious at night or in locations where there aren't many people present. It is however best to always be where there are a lot of people to avoid be robbed or injured. If you plan on going out at night, inquire at your hotel's front desk about any areas that would be best to avoid and make sure to take a taxi or a tour rather than walk or taking some kind of local transport that could be less than safe. Be vigilant when you use an ATM at night and make sure you always have someone with you watching your back at all times. Also, some bars and clubs may have criminal elements that may try to drug your drink or try to isolate you somewhere where they can relieve you of your possessions. If this unfortunate event does happen to you, just let the money go and most muggers will not act violently towards you. Always remember that your life is much more important than any money, no matter how much. With that said never ever bring all your money with you. It is best to lock up the biggest portion in your hotel safe but never ever bring all your money with you.

Because of the sometimes unstable political unrest in some countries, protests or political rallies can take place, often without much warning. The best action to be taken here is to simply leave the area immediately and avoid an area where such activities are happening. Some countries their Constitution states that foreigners cannot participate in political activities and can be deported or detained if they do so be very careful everywhere you are. You may not intend to participate, but if you were present the case might be hard to prove otherwise and, in any case, it is not worth the risk so best to stay away from the area entirely.

Make sure you use the in-room safe in your hotel room for any excess cash, valuables, and your travel documentation. It is wise for you to scan all your travel documents including your passport and any other documents you might have and put them on 3 different thumb drives or (flash disc) and make sure you keep one on your person, and give one to a close friend at home that you can easily contact should something go wrong when you travel and a family relative should have the other one. Make a copy of your passport and if possible leave the original in a safe place while you are having fun looking around.

Don't leave anything that can't be replaced lying around your room, as a dishonest hotel employee can easily take it. Simple, common sense decisions that you would use at home regarding your personal safety and your property are a good rule of thumb to go by while you are traveling. By being vigilant, alert and if possible always travel with a friend or family, and stick to high traffic areas you can keep yourself and your property safe while vacationing.

Thanks to www.TopTruths.com for this very insightful video on how to stay safe while traveling abroad.

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