Travel Safety
Travel safety starts before you leave home. Whether you're driving to a neighbouring city, passing through a busy airport, or checking into a hotel abroad, a few precautions can make a significant difference in keeping you, your belongings, and your documents secure. The tips below cover each stage of your trip so you can focus on your destination, not your vulnerabilities.
Before Leaving for a Trip
- Use a travel advisory service to check if the area you plan to visit is tourist friendly.
- Photocopy all travel documents, including passports and anything with your signature on it. Leave these items with a relative or friend for safe keeping.
- Online: Don't post to social media telling people you're away. Post once you are home.
When Travelling by Car
- Use main roads.
- Keep doors locked and windows rolled up.
- Place valuables out of sight, in the trunk or take them with you.
- If you need to stop, use well-lit, populated service stations or stores.
If You are Travelling Through an Airport
- Avoid putting jewelry or other valuables in checked baggage. Keep them on you or leave them at home.
- Spread your money out in different bags, pockets and carry-ons to prevent losing everything in the event of stolen or lost luggage.
When Staying in a Hotel
- Keep doors and windows locked.
- Don't allow hotel staff into your room without confirming who they are with the front desk.
- Report lost keys immediately and consider switching rooms.
