Thursday, July 7, 2011

How To Have A Safer Holiday

Được đăng bởi Travel - Leisure
By Harry Barber


It is an unforgettable experience to travel to different countries and experience new cultures and traditions. You can visit the sights the country is famous for and you'll also be given the opportunity to see the beauty of a new country. But safety should be your first priority when you travel abroad.

Helping you prepare for any eventuality is planning ahead and you also need to be certain that you have an enjoyable and safe holiday. First, you need to consider your transport arrangements. Pickpockets are often found in train and bus stations as well as airports and those who are looking for the right platform or not concentrating on their belongings are the easy targets.

On a pouch around your neck or a belt bag is where you should keep your important documents like your passports and tickets. You also need to make sure that your money is kept out of sight and safely secured. Make sure your luggage is good quality, locked and clearly marked. Keep it with you at all times - do not leave it for a minute.

To know which taxis are safe to use when you arrive at your destination, what you could do is check at information, security, or police officer. Don't use public transport late at night and never share a taxi with a stranger. You should avoid hitchhiking all together.

Take not of the locations of the emergency exits and read the evacuation instructions when you check into your hotel. Properly lock the door of your room and don't let strangers in. Even if the people you just met seem friendly, you still shouldn't invite them to your room.

You can choose items that will help you blend with the locals when you are packing for your holiday. The more you stand out, the more like a tourist - and an easy target - you will appear. Keep cameras and other gadgets out of sight or attached to your body and don't bring your expensive jewelry with you.

Try to use your credit card most of the time when you travel locally. Avoid using cash as it makes you a target for pickpockets and thieves. Some cash may be required for taxi fares and tips but using travelers' checks and credit cards would be better if you travel internationally. There's credit card fraud happening all around the world so when you're using your credit card, you need to see the card being swiped. You will enjoy and have a safe holiday if you stay alert and are aware that there are criminals targeting tourists.




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