I've been backpacking solo since my teens and every single one of these tips resonates... I would also add: - don't act as though you're alone - I usually wear a wedding band and tell people my «husband» is over there in the next street / village / town - ignore untoward comments - the best encouragement you can give men is to say no or to ask them to leave - in many cultures this is actually seen as encouragement - don't accept medicine or drugs from strangers, and always keep your eye on your drink - keep
your valuables in a money belt, not in a backpack (I learned this one the hard way)- above all, be alertand know your environment - the best safety net is to do your research properly before you travel and find out as much as you can about the culture's attitudes in general, and towards women in particular
I had heard to be careful about pick - pocketers in the larger cities, so I kept
my valuables in the money belt.
First, we keep our money and
valuables in a money belt.
Not exact matches
Pickpockets can NOT get to your
money, documents, and
valuables when they are secured
in this premium travel
money belt attached around your waist.
With the Trove Travel
Belt, you can easily hide your
valuables in your
belt and don't have to worry about losing track of your
money, Bitcoin Wallet, or other important documents you may want to secure.
It's fully waterproof
money belt to protect your
valuables even when you are walking
in the rain.
Touchwood, we've never lost anything
in Southeast Asia, but there is no denying a traditional
money belt is a safer way to look after your
valuables.
Tingtio hidden travel
money belt features built -
in RFID blocking technology to shield your credit card, passport, and driver's license information from being digitally scanned by electronic thieves, provides a secure, efficient, convenient and hand - free
valuable holding solution for safer travelling, business trips, outdoor sports, and other activities.
Only take what you need for the day, and it's a good idea to hide
money or
valuables in several different spots on your body, including a cross-body purse,
money belt, shoe or bra.
In terms of security, Europe is relatively safe but beware of pickpockets in cities such as Barcelona, a money belt or hidden wallet is a good way to prevent theft of your cash and valuable
In terms of security, Europe is relatively safe but beware of pickpockets
in cities such as Barcelona, a money belt or hidden wallet is a good way to prevent theft of your cash and valuable
in cities such as Barcelona, a
money belt or hidden wallet is a good way to prevent theft of your cash and
valuables.
When I travel, my
valuables are just as securely out of sight and out of mind, around my waist
in a
money belt.
Anti-theft products that are worn under your clothing (such as a bra stash or
money belt) are particularly useful to conceal
valuables in places like Spain or Nicaragua.