BEWARE! The US is still safer than any other country; however, once you venture out of your comfort zone or our country, each island or nation has their own customs and peculiarities. Your safe guards need to be up right down to the shoes and clothing you wear-You cannot run in flip flops-Sneakers is the right mode. ****Everyone is not your friend.
WEATHER: A large consideration as the world weather is changing again. Rain,floods,desert mode is the norm out of season.
CLOTHING: Forget big/fancy anything or revealing attire. BASICS!
CELLPHONE: Make sure your backup charger is with you and cellphone charged. No ear pieces everything is about privacy so no one hears your conversation. Leave your cell number with the front desk. **Don’t block your location. **Disconnect the sound and use vibration only. Compromising situation, phone hidden.
DESTINATIONS: Don’t wander aimlessly. Know your visual parameters. **Know the practices, customs, and politics of the visiting countries you. **Safely research the areas before you go; transportation,pharmacies-take prescriptions.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Reserve accommodations at referred small properties
MONEY: Alert credit card companies (Take 2 other than Amex) as to destinations to allow the charges. Wear a money belt for minor purchases and docs. Use hotel safe.
TRAVEL: Daytime by car, bus, train, etc. Check to see if the train tickets are cheaper purchasing here in the states before travel.
SITUATIONS: You cannot save the world. If you see something call the police.
TRAVEL WITH CARE ADVENTURE and SMILES!
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