Travel Safety

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Travel Tips to Keep You and Your Valuables Safe

The following are tips for you to follow during your vacation or business trip:
 

Before You Leave

• Stop mail and cancel all deliveries, or ask a friend or neighbor to make daily collections.

• Hide empty garbage cans.

• Have a neighbor maintain your yard.

• Put an automatic timer on lights, televisions or radios.

• Leave your blinds or shades in their normal position.

• Tell a trusted neighbor your departure and return dates. Supply that neighbor with phone numbers in case of an emergency and leave them a house key.

• Ask the police department to periodically check your residence.

• Lock all windows and doors, including the basement and garage.
   

While On Your Trip

• Carry a minimum amount of cash. If you use traveler’s checks, keep records of the numbers separate and in a safe place.

• Keep a careful watch on your traveling tickets. Carry them in an inside pocket.

• If driving, plan your route. Have your car serviced, including your tires. Always lock your car when it is parked and keep valuables out of sight.

• Never pick up hitchhikers.

• Carry your cell phone.

• When you stop for the night, remove bags and other valuables from the car.

• Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries, flares, fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
   

Airport Safety

• Before leaving for the airport, familiarize yourself with its layout on the airport website.

• Leave your valuables, jewelry, designer luggage, etc., at home.

• Walk with confidence, being sure to keep your head up and looking forward at all times.

• Immediately report any suspicious activity to airport security, including any abandoned bags.

• Only use taxis and transportation services with official markings.

• Never accept gifts or packages from unknown parties.

• Never leave your luggage unattended.

• Mark your luggage so you can easily identify it, and pick it up right away.

 

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