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For a safe journey, free from theft or incidents, adhere to the advice below.
12 principles for a journey of 'going to places and coming home'
Limit the use of credit cards
Credit card information can easily be compromised when using this payment method while traveling. Therefore, many experts recommend using intermediary apps like Google Pay or Apple Pay, using cash, or opting for cards with low limits to minimize potential risks.
Register with the embassy of the destination country
This is beneficial if you are arriving in a country with an unstable situation. Do this right upon landing. The embassy will update your situation and contact you in case of emergencies. Additionally, keep the embassy's hotline number saved and always carry it with you. In case of trouble, contact them immediately for assistance.
Get insurance
Obtaining insurance before traveling is crucial. It ensures compensation for various situations such as missed flights, lost belongings, or unexpected incidents. Even for expensive items like laptops, phones, cameras, the insurance company will reimburse you if they are stolen or damaged, like falling into water.
Safeguard valuable items in a safe box
Always remember to place valuable items and important documents in a secure safe or deposit them in the hotel's safe box. If using the hotel's safe, don't forget to take the receipt and inquire with the management about compensation for any losses.
Save essential phone numbers
If you realize you are entering a dangerous area or facing potential risks, write down essential phone numbers such as those of family members or your email, along with a message like 'call for help to this number' in English or the most common language in that country. To be even more cautious, take a photo of the phone number and this message, and use it as your lock screen wallpaper in case your phone gets locked.
Avoid drinking alcohol with strangers
Meeting new friends at bars or pubs during traveling can be an exciting experience, but remember that such gatherings often end very late. Even if you have a high alcohol tolerance, this poses risks such as being drugged and robbed of your money and belongings.
Eat at locally crowded places
If you're unsure where to eat when traveling abroad, hit the streets and look for places where the local people gather the most; that's where you'll find the most worthwhile food. Avoid going to deserted eateries, as besides questionable food quality, the risk of getting ripped off is higher. Also, remember to wash fruits and vegetables bought with distilled water, regardless of where you purchase them. If concerned, peel them for peace of mind.
Ask locals about potential dangers
Before embarking on an adventurous journey, make sure you know where you shouldn't go. Local residents (as well as travel forums) are incredibly helpful because they are aware of different routes, potential risks, and can provide advance warnings.
Dress and behave like a local
Thieves are quick and can easily identify foreign tourists in a crowd. While you can't completely avoid them, looking like a local significantly reduces the risk. For example, Europeans often dress formally, while Americans dress casually.
Always take photos of important documents
Always keep a copy of essential documents for use when needed. Remember never to carry them on your person; keep the originals in the hotel. Losing crucial documents like a passport can lead to numerous troubles.
Share your itinerary with friends and stay in touch with them
Plan a detailed itinerary, including overnight stays and a list of places to visit, and send it to your friends or family before starting a solo journey. This is especially crucial for exploratory trips, trekking, or solo travel. Remember to stay in touch with them and agree that if you stop sending emails or messages, they should contact the local police or embassy.
Remember, everything in a hotel is quite dirty
In hotels, every item has passed through the hands of hundreds of thousands of people. Therefore, limit direct contact with them. If traveling with children, prevent them from using these items too much, and for extra caution, use plastic bags for some items like the TV remote.
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Reference: Travel Handbook Mytour
MytourMay 29, 2018
