The Carefree Traveller




Travel Safety Tips
Do your research. Gather as much information as possible about the places you intend to visit. Get yourself
familiar with local customs and regulations.
Our Travel Guides are a good place to start. Our online Travel Store offers a range of information items for
travelers. You can purchase detailed maps, guidebooks, first aid kits, luggage, and other items necessary
for making your trip relaxed and safe.
Purchase travel insurance, preferably with a plan that provides direct, immediate payment to the medical
provider.
Before you leave, photocopy your documents and tickets so it will be easier to replace them if they are lost
or stolen.
Leave expensive jewelry and precious valuables at home. Carry only small amounts of cash.
Stay alert, especially in high-risk countries.
Wear a concealed , keep your essential documents and money in it.
Each time you use your credit card, keep an eye on it until it is returned to you. Check credit cards when
they are returned. Never leave your personal items unattended.
Respect local customs and regulations. If you get into trouble, contact the nearest embassy.
If you are unfamiliar with the local language, write down some key phrases in the local language.
In case of theft, get a police report immediately if you'll be making an insurance claim. Thefts of traveler's
checks must be reported within 24 hours.
AIR TRAVEL SAFETY TIPS
Check in as fast as you can and do not delay in the main terminal area.
Do not discuss your travel plans with fellow passengers or crew. Don't even discuss your plans with
traveling companions in public.
Familiarize yourself with exits and safe areas.
Try to stay away from unattended baggage. Verify baggage claim checks before and after each flight. Never
leave your luggage unattended.
Try to occupy a window seat in the coach section. This position is less accessible by hijackers
HOTEL SAFETY TIPS
Get a card with the hotel's name and address. You can show it to a cab driver if you get lost. Stay in hotels
on well-traveled streets in safer areas of the city of your destination.
Lower level floors are safer in case of fire. Avoid the first floor as it is the best location for burglars.
Familiarize yourself with the location of stairways, fire escapes routes, emergency exits and alarms.
If a fire starts take your key before leaving the room, as most hotel doors lock automatically. Do not use
elevators during a fire.
Keep your hotel room door locked at all times. Before opening the door to a stranger, verify who it is. Never
invite strangers into your hotel room.
Never leave your valuables (a camera, documents, etc.) lying around where hotel employees can see them.
Use the hotel safe to store any valuables.
Before leaving you room for the day, put the "Do not disturb" sign on your door to give the impression that
the room is occupied. When you are ready for the room to be cleaned, call the maid.
Carry the room key with you, do not leave it at the front desk.
Do not use your name when answering the phone.
When returning to your hotel at night, use the main entrance. Be observant before entering parking lots.
STREET SAFETY TIPS
Buy a map, familiarize yourself with the city and location of your hotel. With the help of hotel employees
locate unsafe areas of the city and avoid visiting them by any means.
Do not stay out on the streets late at night. When walking, remain on wide, well-lit streets. If necessary,
arrange for taxi service.
Watch your drinks being poured. Never accept a drink from a stranger.
Get advice from your hotel workers about reputable restaurants and other entertainment.
Never resist armed robbery, it could lead to violence