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Knowing how to act in an emergency and researching your destination can help you travel more confidently.
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Know the security risk level of your destination.
Be vigilant about your safety, even if the destination’s risk level is low.
Know the telephone numbers for emergency services such as police, fire and ambulance services of your destination.
Obey the laws and abide by the cultural norms in the country you are visiting – even if you don’t agree with them.
Use the “buddy” system when possible, so no one is ever alone.
Always make sure someone knows where you are going and who is traveling with you.
Learn key words and phrases in the language of the country you are visiting, such as “police” and “help.”
Pay attention to your surroundings – avoid listening to music on noise-canceling headphones while you are out in public.
If you feel a bad vibe from somewhere or someone, listen to your gut instinct and leave.
Don’t take unnecessary risks – for example, never hitch-hike.
Avoid alleys or unpopulated areas.
If you are being harassed, leave as quickly as possible – don’t risk escalating the situation by being confrontational.
If you are being followed, find a busy establishment to enter.
Buy a doorstop. Simply wedge it under the door of your accommodations for added security.
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