(MENAFNEditorial) Advantage World a leading supplier of safety related articles for the infrequent and even frequent traveler is sharing some of the most mentioned precautions that their clients have observed. While there is news daily regarding pilfering of personal objects as well as money if an individual is cautious a trip can be uneventful and enjoyable.
Many younger travelers are used to carrying all their personal belongings in a backpack even when staying at a hotel. Backpacks are prime targets for professional thieves. One thief will stop a traveler and gain their attention while the second or third partner will stand behind them and steal from their backpack without them feeling a thing. This is what makes thieves so successful. Good hotels will have safes for guests to store valuables that they do not wish to take with them from place to place.
Travelers want a safe place to store valuables like cameras. Tim Exley from Advantage World suggests that: "When using a camera other than your mobile phone get a secure strap to wear around your neck so the camera is always in your sight. If travelers cannot see your backpack you cannot see when and if someone is stealing from you."
When a traveler leaves a hotel restaurant or tourist attraction they should always stop before beginning a journey to the next destination and look at the people all around. Notice anything suspicious. Do not travel alone. Always go with the flow and ensure there are plenty of others around.
Americans stand out in any crowd especially overseas. As a group Americans look happy healthy and unfortunately wealthy. Tourists may never know their wallet has been stolen until they return to their hotel. In advance of each trip take note of the way local people dress. The more travelers can blend in with the locals the safer they may be from thieves. The tourist dressed in a flowered shirt Bermuda shorts socks sandals hat and sunglasses may bring mirth to those watching a television program or film. That particular individual will bring mirth to the would-be thief because he will be the prime target.
When having a bite to eat at a sidewalk café or bistro always stand and survey not only the table top but underneath the table as well. Be sure not to drop anything that could be a source of information to steal identity or leave a mobile phone on the table. This is a very important rule to follow at home and abroad.
There is a website Lonely Planet which sponsors a blog called Thorn Tree that gives information on the latest scams and places to be more cautious when traveling. Also Advantage World has a video that shows how to wear a money belt and also gives good tips about how to handle important documents.
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