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Protect yourself against the pickpockets
If you're travelling through some of the more dodgy
destinations such as Peru or Mexico, here are some ideas to help
you avoid being the victim of a pickpocket:
* Don't carry anything with you that you don't really need (that
includes carrying around more money than you might possibly
need).
* Men shouldn't carry a traditional wallet with them, the kind
you put in your pocket (front or back). Women should avoid
keeping valuables in a purse, which can be easily snatched off
your shoulder.
* Consider using an interior wallet that is either fastened
around your neck, draped from a belt loop or worn with a velcro
fastener around the calf or ankle. All three kinds are hidden
beneath your clothing.
* Make sure you have loose change available as you need it in a
front pocket so that you don't draw attention to your hidden
wallet by taking it out and opening it up in public.
* Write down the entire contents of what is in your wallet and
keep that piece of paper in another place. Make sure you record
the credit card phone numbers you would need to call in the
event of a theft or loss. Write down both the toll-free and
non-toll-free numbers, if available, and leave a copy with
someone at home whom you would be able to contact in any
emergency.
* Use common sense. Don't travel in
narrow alleys or poorly lit
streets and, whenever possible, avoid having crowds of people
surrounding you.
* If you simply can't travel without carrying a traditional
wallet, place a rubber band around it and keep it in your front
pocket. The rubber band will make it much more difficult for a
thief to remove it from your pocket without your noticing. It's
a good idea to carry a dummy wallet in your back pocket and put
your money in your front pocket.
* Be aware of the favourite tricks used by pickpockets: having
something spilled on you, bumping into their victim or someone
pointing out a spot on your clothing. Be wary if someone
approachs you and asks for help or directions, or if someone
causes a disturbance that draws everyone's attention.
If your wallet or purse is still lost or stolen, try to file a
police report if possible. Even if police don't nab the
pickpocket or recover your valuables, the police report will
serve as documentation later on for travel insurance purposes.
About the author:
Chris Gillham is a photo-journalist, copywriter, web designer
and graphic artist who has travelled extensively through South
America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. His photography and
detailed travel advice can be found at Cheap World Travel
Tips.
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