1. Research your destination:
• Learn about local customs, laws, and potential safety concerns.
• Consult travel forums and websites where fellow travelers share their experiences and insights.
• Read travel guides and blogs that provide new and comprehensive information about the destination.
2. Share your itinerary:
• Inform family or friends about your travel plans and accommodations.
3. Use known accommodations:
• Book hostels from reliable sources and read reviews from previous guests.
• Use known Booking Platforms that partner with reliable accommodations, as they often have strict standards.
• Use websites like TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Google Reviews and HostelWorld who provide valuable insight from real visitors. Go for high overall ratings.
4. Beware of scams:
• Don’t encourage strangers who approach you with unsolicited offers, requests or opportunities.
• Learn about common scams and beware of your surroundings.
• Learn basic phases of the local language and local emergency numbers, as this can be helpful in emergencies and detour scammers in touristy areas.
5. Use reliable transportation:
• Choose public or reputable transportation options.
• If you use rideshares, make sure to verify the driver’s information before getting in.
• If you arrive late to an airport, book transportation in advance.
6. Secure your documents:
• Keep your passport, id, travel insurance ect. safe. Either in a locker, close to your body and/or waterproof bag.
7. Make digital Copies and store them in a cloud-account
Quick reminder💚 While the media shows all the bad in the world, there is A LOT of good