{"id":3790,"date":"2019-05-03T11:15:54","date_gmt":"2019-05-03T16:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thetravellingfool.com\/?p=3790"},"modified":"2019-07-05T11:00:17","modified_gmt":"2019-07-05T16:00:17","slug":"travel-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thetravellingfool.com\/travel-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Safety in a Hostile World"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>It seems every month something is in the news regarding an attack on civilians and people are worried about their travel safety. Whether it is a bomb going off in Tunisia, an attack in a restaurant or in a crowded tourist location there seems to be something constantly in the news.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3791 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thetravellingfool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Riot.jpg\" alt=\"Demonstration\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Do you stop traveling or visiting iconic tourist locations? Some do and of course that is their choice. I prefer to keep traveling and just implement some travel safety tips so I don\u2019t become a target.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">It may seem as if the world is a dangerous and scary place for people traveling today but the truth is that there have been attacks occurring on tourists and in general for years. Cruise ship attacks, Airline hijackings, bombings have all occurred in the past and yet we still travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">You can never be 100% safe but there are things you can do to help keep yourself safe while traveling.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Before you go<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 Let someone know your itinerary and how to get in touch with you<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Check your country\u2019s Embassy at the location you\u2019re traveling to and know the location and phone number so you can get in touch with them if necessary. Most Embassy\u2019s will have information regarding safety or any concerns in the area<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 You can register with your Embassy so they know you are in country in case something happens.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Make sure you have extra copies of your passport and passport photos<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Scan other important documents such as credit cards, driver license and important phone numbers.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Get a good travel insurance policy. If you get injured or really sick a good travel insurance policy can get you to medical care quick or even get you back home. Travel Insurance can also offer; Trip Cancellation protection, Trip Interruption Protection, Emergency Medical Transportation, Emergency Medical \/ Dental Coverage, Lost \/ Stolen \/ Delayed Baggage Coverage, Travel Delay Coverage, Missed Connection Coverage and Rental Car Damage Protection.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Get an ATM card that allows you to withdraw money internationally, there are some that even have no fees for this.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Notify your bank what countries you will be in so they don\u2019t flag your credit card for possible fraud use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000; font-size: 28px;\"><strong>At the Hotel<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 Opt for a <strong><em><a title=\"Why I Dislike Hotels\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thetravellingfool.com\/why-i-dislike-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hotel room<\/a><\/em><\/strong> between the 3rd and 5th floor. Rooms on the first floor are more likely to attract burglars and rooms on the upper levels could be hard to evacuate should something such as a fire happen.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Keep your luggage locked when not in your room.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 This one is controversial. Use the room safe. I know people that say they don\u2019t trust the safes because hotel employees might access them. Most of the room safes allow you to input a code and while there is always someone at the hotel that might be able to override the code and gain access I have never had that problem.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Make sure sliding doors and windows stay locked.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Pick a room away from the elevator or stairwell. While it is convenient to be close to the elevator, room thieves will usually target rooms close to an exit.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Familiarize yourself with the exits and fire extinguishers. It might come in handy.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Take a couple of the hotel business cards with you so you will always know the address if you forget and need to get back to your room.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Stay Connected<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 While it is easy to tune out and forget the outside world it is best to stay informed of what is going on. By watching the news or checking online news sites you can stay informed of everything from bad weather to political uprisings. Unless you stay connected you might not hear about the political demonstration, bomb attack, typhoon or volcano eruption.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Have Skype installed on your laptop so you can get in touch with someone if something should happen.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Get a local phone and SIM card. Program in important numbers such as the hotel and Embassy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>When out seeing the sights:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 Don\u2019t look too conspicuous. Wearing a T-Shirt that says \u201cI heart ____\u201d or unfolding a big tourist map on the street corner just makes you a target for pickpockets or worse.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Try to stay away from really crowded places. Visit the big tourist locations during off times if possible.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Stay away from demonstrations and political rallies. Resist the urge to photograph such things, you might be perceived as someone from the opposition.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Don\u2019t take photos of Government buildings unless you ask permission. You might find your brand new camera confiscated or even be invited to spend time in<strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thetravellingfool.com\/welcome-to-prison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> the local jail<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 When visiting tourist sights be aware your surroundings. Backpacks or packages left unattended, someone that appears out of place, acting nervously or taking notes.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Dress conservatively, not only to blend in but in some countries where modest dress is normal you don\u2019t want to stick out.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Don\u2019t be the <strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thetravellingfool.com\/10-rules-for-travel-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ugly tourist<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. You know, the one that complains about everything and talks about how much better it is where you live. All you are doing is bringing attention to yourself and not in a good way.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Carry your money in your front pocket, avoid carrying a wallet if possible.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Don\u2019t wear lots of jewelry. There is no one to impress and you are just making yourself a target.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>At The Airport<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 Don\u2019t let your bags out of your sight. Not only could someone steal them but someone could put something in them without your knowledge.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 In some places you will notice a very helpful person wanting to take your bags and help you check in. In a lot of cases these are just hustlers. While some may walk you to the front of the line, and are be helpful in getting you checked in fast, they will want money and in some cases might just take off with your belongings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Have an Exit Plan<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\u2022 Know how to get out of your hotel room if something occurs such as a fire or earthquake.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 The same applies to visiting tourist locations. I\u2019m not saying do a full on reconnaissance like you were Seal Team 6, just take notice of things like various exits and such.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"> \u2022 Know how to get help in case of emergency. If something like a Natural disaster, Political coup or terrorist attack occurs, have a plan to get somewhere safe or even out of the country by means other than the airport if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">While there are many more things you can do to keep yourself safe these are the basics and by following them you can have a safer and less problematic trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">What are some of the things you do to keep yourself safe that we can add to the list?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>photo credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/52582516@N00\/5838623911\">riot police<\/a> via <a href=\"http:\/\/photopin.com\">photopin<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">(license)<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It seems every month something is in the news regarding an attack on civilians and people are worried about their travel safety. 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