But I figured better safe than sorry, especially since I would be using the train system extensively in Italy
where pickpockets tend to hang out.
In fact, we often mentioned how safe we felt as opposed to other countries
where pickpocketing and other crime is prevalent.
Not exact matches
At fourteen, Jerry had been in the
pickpocket business for a year and a half, mostly working the streets of downtown Chicago but making an occasional out of town foray to an event like the Derby
where the pickings would be good.
The strangers» encounter progresses back to Jess» hotel room,
where Nicky has already figured out he's being set up by the attractive but relatively amateur young
pickpocket.
Nicky agrees to show her the ropes, and even invites her to join his team of hustlers about to descend on New Orleans
where they plan to
pickpocket plenty of unsuspecting tourists.
These betrayals lead Moth to the wild, murky world of the Bowery, filled with house - thieves,
pickpockets, beggars, sideshow freaks and prostitutes,
where eventually she meets Miss Everett, the owner of a brothel simply known as «The Infant School.»
Loner Charlie Fisher finds himself lured into the exciting underworld of Marseille
pickpockets where he finds unlikely friendships in this rollicking tale.
Watch out for
pickpockets everywhere, especially on busy stations
where you have only a short time to connect trains.
Take note of how locals dress and follow suit, don't stand in the open while looking at a map, and avoid wearing flashy items, especially in developing countries
where panhandlers and
pickpockets are common.
Money Belt — In The city of Merida (
where we've been staying for the past year), we haven't had any issue with
pickpockets, but in more touristy areas this could be an issue.
If you're new to Barcelona, be aware of
pickpockets in the area, and also like any other city or tourist trap, this is the area
where the prices are at the highest.
Many travelers worry about theft when they're traveling, and purse - snatching,
pickpocketing, and muggings are all much more common in places
where tourists gather — even back home.