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France – How To Avoid Paris Metro Pickpockets

POSTED January 30th 2017 BY Beth Williams
Don’t Fall for Pickpocket Scams in Paris while using the Paris Metro or Trains Paris is the city of light, fashion, artistic expression, and love. Paris was also rated in a TripAdvisor.com survey as one of the top ten cities in the world for pickpockets. Tourists visiting Paris are targeted by a variety of thieves, which can be can be any gender, race, or age,...
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A Street Smart Guide to Avoiding Pickpockets – Actual Pickpocket Videos

POSTED February 27th 2016 BY Beth Williams
Pickpockets have been around ever since the invention of pockets, purses, and carry bags. Unfortunately, it is just something th at travelers need to be prepared for when they travel – especially when visiting crowded tourist destinations. One of the best ways to out smart pickpockets is to know their scams, diversions, and methods, so you won’t be victimized. Think of it as part of...
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Best Anti-Theft Waist Packs for Travel

POSTED January 5th 2025 BY Travel Writer
Anti-Theft Waist Packs And Hip Packs Protect Your Gear  Question#1. Is your current waist pack an anti-theft waist pack? Would it stop a skilled thief? Question #2 While out enjoying the sights, using public transportation, shopping, or dining, where do you carry your wallet, passport, money, credit cards, phone, and other valuables? Using a regular waist pack or purse or bag can easily give you...
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Can You Fly If Your Driver’s License or ID Card Was Lost or Stolen?

POSTED November 28th 2024 BY Beth Williams
 The short answer to “Can You Fly If Your Driver’s License or ID Card Was Lost or Stolen?” is yes, but read on to learn how. It’s a panic moment; you’re leaving for the airport, and you can’t find a government photo ID like a driver’s license, passport, or military ID. It is lost or stolen. The good news is that if you’re 18 years...
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Trending Anti-Theft Crossbody Handbags for Travel

POSTED November 11th 2024 BY Travel Writer
Looking for an anti-theft crossbody handbag for travel? If you’re planning on traveling finding an anti-theft crossbody handbag is a must. Today’s bags are so well designed that they are a popular choice for nontravelers for use as an everyday bag too.  Anti-theft crossbody bags or purses look like regular bags or purses however, their discreet built-in security features will let you enjoy even the...
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Important Passport Security Tips

POSTED October 30th 2024 BY Beth Williams
How to Keep Your Passport Safe – Tips for Travel Your passport is your key to proving citizenship and is the document that the US and other countries use to recognize you and to let you enter the country, therefore you must safeguard this critical document.  Always take measures to keep your passport safe Anyone traveling abroad, especially for the first time, should take a...
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Easy and Reliable Ways to Lock Your Zippers

POSTED October 16th 2024 BY Beth Williams
Cheap and Effective Security Solutions for Bags You Already Own Here are a couple of easy, clever, and inexpensive solutions to lock your zippers to theft-proof the bags you love. If you love your purse, bag, luggage or backpack, and it doesn’t have built-in theft proof zippers you can use these items to add a layer of security to them. Use these solutions for keeping...
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Guide to the Best Travel Money Belts and Security Pouches

POSTED June 22nd 2024 BY Beth Williams
The Best Money Belts to Hide Money, Credit Cards, and Passports Travel Smart and Keep Valuables Close and Secure The best travel money belt is a security money belt or pouch and it can be your most important travel accessory, especially when visiting busy and popular tourist attractions. It is in these locations where pickpockets and thieves target tourists. Shield and protect your valuables from...
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