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Remember
that an empty house is an easy target for
burglars. Stop your newspaper and arrange
for a neighbor or friend to collect your mail
and flyers. A timer switch that turns your
lights on and off will give your house a lived-in
look. Or, have a trusted friend or a house-sitting
service come by to check your house regularly
to make sure all is well. |
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Leave a copy of your itinerary with phone
numbers with a friend or neighbor so contact
can be made in case of an emergency. |
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If you're worried about lost baggage, insurance
can be purchased ahead of time from a travel
agent. Always make sure your identification
is on the outside as well as the inside of
each piece of luggage. Ideally, you should
use a work address - this would discourage
thieves from tracking down a vacant house.
If you have black luggage, a brightly colored
luggage tag or rainbow luggage strap makes
your luggage identified easier at the baggage
claim. Also, consider neon-colored combination
locks for your bags for added protection. |
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Consider
purchasing a money belt. There are several
types, sizes and fabrics available to choose
from - waist, chest, shoulder and leg safes.
Then, you need not carry a wallet or purse
on your excursions. Keep your credit cards,
passport, key, traveler's cheques, etc. -
concealed in a security device worn out of
sight under clothing. |
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Inquire
if the hotel has a room safe to lock up valuables,
or you can leave them in a safety deposit
box at the front desk. When cruising, use
the cabin safe to lock up what you don't need
for the day. |
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There are new fanny packs on the market that
have a thin steel cable inside, so that the
pack cannot be cut off your waist. |
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If you're a woman traveling alone, a door
alarm hung on the inside of your hotel door
provides added security. Always remember to
double bolt the door and put on the chain. |
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Refrain from using the handy "Please make up my room" sign, as it advertises an empty room. |
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