Travel Safety Tips You Should Not Overlook
Travel Safety Tips You Should Not Overlook
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In 2021, there were 2,968,000 crimes recorded in the UK, with a concentration in England and Wales. Many of these cases were recorded among holiday revellers within the country. Indeed, that is a worrying statistic and enough to make people take extra precautions when travelling within or outside the country. Moreover, the global theft statistics in international travels are equally worrying. Here are some travel safety tips you may find useful.
- Don’t attract attention to yourself
Even within the United Kingdom, there are countless differences in language, dressing, food, etc. These differences make it easy to quickly make visiting foreigners stand out. Therefore, to avoid sticking out like a sore thumb, it’s vital to do everything to avoid attracting attention. Usually, you can pick up a few tips by researching the location you will be visiting.
You will know how to blend in without being noticed easily with adequate background knowledge. It is worth noting that career scammers have experience in singling out tourists. The last thing you want is to become a target in an unknown place when all you want to do is to have fun. Trying not to be too obvious can save you from becoming a victim of tourist scams. - Assess the types of fun activities to engage in
If you already have your adventure holidays planned out, assessing those fun activities would be an opportune moment. For example, if you plan on kayaking, do you know the first thing about using paddles? Some holiday destinations would assume you already know how to kayak, so you would not be assigned an experienced guide to help you across the waterbody. Having an adventure holiday may not always be the ideal time to try a dangerous sport for the first time, and even worse, do it unassisted. - Be aware of your surroundings
As you try to blend in at your holiday destination, it is equally important to be aware of your surroundings. Practising mindfulness can reduce the risks of getting distracted by people who may have singled you out. The issue of pickpocketing is a reality some unlucky holiday revellers have faced. According to statistics, two out of three people become victims the first week of arriving at a new place.
UK security agencies encourage people to avoid getting distracted by events and people to create awareness. These tips also advise people to be extra vigilant when approached by strangers. Usually, these pickpockets work in groups, and all it takes is for one person to distract you for a few minutes. - Always have a backup plan
Planning for an emergency is the first step to taking precautions. Particularly so when you travel for holidays. Because of the likelihood of not knowing people in your new location, one or two trusted persons on your emergency contact list is crucial. Additionally, keep an extra stash of money in a secure part of your luggage if you can find one. Better yet, get another card strictly reserved for emergencies.
Your holidays should not be marred by theft, injury or other unfortunate circumstances. However, they are realities, and you’re better off preparing adequately for these unforeseen circumstances.
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