Travel Safety: Avoid Being a Target

🛡️ How to Avoid Being a Target While Traveling

1. Looking Like a Tourist

❌ Appears confused, carries maps, or has flashy camera gear.
✅ Walk with confidence, wear local-style clothes, use phone apps discreetly.

2. Flashing Wealth

❌ Designer bags, visible gadgets, or wads of cash.
✅ Dress simply, hide money, use discreet gear.

3. Distracted or Unaware

❌ On phone, drunk, or unaware of surroundings.
✅ Stay alert, limit distractions, travel light.

4. Showing Travel Documents or Gear Carelessly

❌ Passport in back pocket, phone on table, loose bags.
✅ Use secure pouch, hold valuables tightly, attach bags to seats.

5. Oversharing with Strangers

❌ Revealing you’re alone, your plans, or gear.
✅ Be vague, say you’re meeting someone, avoid detailed convos.

6. Posting Real-Time Location Online

❌ Posting location while still there.
✅ Share photos after leaving the place.

7. Being Alone & Vulnerable

❌ Solo in dark places, late at night.
✅ Stay in public areas, use ride-hailing apps, book secure hotels.

8. Looking “New” in the Area

❌ Asking for help loudly, struggling with currency.
✅ Learn basics before arrival, use quiet apps, observe locals first.

9. Leaving Belongings Unattended

❌ Phone on charger, open bag, leaving things at tables.
✅ Keep items with you, use locks, strap bags to chair legs.

10. Ignoring Red Flags

❌ Falling for scams, not trusting instincts.
✅ Learn local scams, trust your gut, use official services only.

✅ DO

Walk confidently
Dress neutrally
Use secure gear
Stay alert
Post after leaving

🚫 DON’T

Look lost
Flash valuables
Trust strangers easily
Leave items behind
Post live location