Safety is a big topic when talking about traveling. I'd like to give you some practical advice with these tips and ways to stay safe while traveling which are applicable all over the world.
Generally there are no “good” or “bad” countries as crime happens all over the world – sometimes just a few simple tips can improve your safety and make your travel experience more enjoyable.
If you plan to stay longer in a certain region I highly recommend learning the language – not only does it enrich the travel experience it also helps you when you run into problems.
Speaking about South America there are not as many English speakers as in other parts of the world – without speaking Spanish you are often lost in translation. It helped me a lot to speak Spanish, especially when the robbery happened and I had to talk to the police, doctors at the hospital and the dentist afterwards.
In big cities you should know the areas which are safe and those which are dangerous for tourists. As a citizen from Europe or North America you are easy recognizable in Africa, Asia or South America – in metropolitan areas the poor and rich life close to each other, therefore you should inform yourself which areas are safe to stay in if you choose your accommodation.
If you are at your Hotel/Hostel/Apartment you should talk to the reception as these guys know the city better than you and can give you recommendations where to go.
When you plan to be abroad for a while I highly recommend getting a travel insurance to ensure emergency medical and evacuation assistance and 24/7 support when you need it most.
Especially when being in transfer mode (= traveling from on spot with all you luggage to another) you should always keep an eye on all your stuff – when traveling with a backpack you could use a rain-cover to protect yourself from getting pick pocketed.
Big station, airports or busy spots are the favorite places for pickpockets therefore you should never leave your luggage unattended.
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Big station, airports or busy spots are the favorite places for pickpockets therefore you should never leave your luggage unattended.
Tip: Pacsafe offers a wide range of anti-theft travel gear e.g. the popular Backpack bag protector. Find their products HERE.
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