General Traveling Safety
- While traveling, make sure you have a photo ID.
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make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
make front and back copies of id’s and credit cards to leave with someone at home (that you trust) in case of theft
Make front and back copies of your IDs and credit cards. Leave this with someone at home who you trust, incase your the originals get lost when you are traveling. - Carry your wallet or purse close to you body.
- Know and obey other state or country laws.
- If you are traveling abroad, know where and how to reach the U.S. embassy in the country you are visiting.
- Always lock your motel/hotel door.
- Use buddy system whenever you go out.
- Travel in groups, never walk or venture out on your own.
- Before you go out for a night, talk with friends about your expectations.
- Look out for each other, if you see a friend leave with someone, make sure it is consensual.
- Don’t take a ride with someone who is not part of your group.
- Don’t let a friend go home alone.
- money with you for cabs.
- Be aware of your surroundings. Have a map with you.
- Be aware of local law enforcement and have your cell phone with you in case of emergencies.
- Make sure someone at home knows where you are traveling and how to contact you if needed.
- If you are traveling outside the U.S., make sure you have all the necessary immunizations
Car Safety
- In a car, always wear a seatbelt.
- Drive defensively; drive the speed limit and avoid aggressive drivers.
- Don’t drive if you are tired, and take frequent breaks.
- Before you drive, double-check your car safety gear (jumper cables, jack, etc…).
