WILLIAM JOHNS: SAFETY TIPS FOR TRAVELING ABROAD

By William Johns

Introduction

William Johns worked for the University of Hawaii as well as attended the University of South Florida. When not focused on professional endeavors, William Johns loves to travel and explore new places.

Traveling abroad stands out as an exhilarating and exciting adventure that always brings with it unexpected events. With these new experiences, travelers should always be prepared in order to remain as safe as possible in foreign lands. The following tips represent just a few helpful suggestions for the most enjoyable trip abroad.

Research

1. Always conduct research on the specific areas you will be visiting and make sure there are no traveler warnings or advisories. Knowing what neighborhoods to visit and which to avoid can also be of great use.

Educate Yourself

2. Learn the customs and dress code of your destination. If you stand out too much, you may be targeted as a tourist, and tourists are major attractions for theft in many regions.

Make Copies

3. Make copies of your traveling documentation and keep them in different pieces of luggage. This way, if you lose your passport or other important documents, you will have a backup copy.