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Be observant and aware of your surroundings.
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Avoid traveling alone.
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Always jog with a partner.
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Be cautious in large crowds where pickpocket teams operate.
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Limit traveling at night.
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Don’t bring valuable or costume jewelry.
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iPods, digital cameras and other electronic devices may attract unwanted attention.
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Avoid carrying a purse. Put a rubber band around your wallet to make it more difficult to pickpocket. Consider a waist money belt.
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Use reputable currency exchanges offices. Don’t count your money away from the teller window.
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Do not show large denomination paper money when making purchases.
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Be familiar with currency exchange rates to ensure you are given proper change from taxis, restaurants and hotels.
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Make copies of your passport, credit card numbers and other important documents. Keep a copy available on your trip and a second copy back at home.
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Use the hotel safe.
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Avoid accommodations on the ground floor.
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Park your car or bicycle in well lit public places.
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Have your key in hand when approaching your parked vehicle.
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Set your cell phone to speed dial the local ‘911’ phone number.
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Be cautious when accepting invitations from ‘friendly' locals to parties, social events or for car rides.
U. S. travelers, often viewed as wealthy and vulnerable, are frequent targets of crime abroad.
