101:How to Travel Safely
Posted by Rosemary on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 · 11 Comments
Who wouldn’t want to travel the world over? Admit it, you’ve wanted to travel to far flung places, but maybe there’s something that’s holding you back. Perhaps it’s the expense, or getting time off from your job, or not knowing how to find the best places to go, or simply being afraid of getting in trouble. Traveling can be exciting, fun and educational, and you only need to use common sense to make sure you stay safe. If you’re thinking about planning a trip sometime soon, we have some expert advice to help you navigate your way.
26-year-old Kristina Wegscheider is an avid traveler and the founder of travel website for young women, Do It While You’re Young, which strives to break down the barrier stopping most young women from traveling abroad. She spoke to website Crushable about her own experiences — having traveled to nearly 50 countries and trying to blend in as a 6-foot tall blonde — and gave them some ideas for tips and tricks to use along the way.
Headings include:
- Do your research
- Arrange for transportation from the airport when you get there
- Keep your passport on you at all times
- Bring cash
- Research local customs and dress conservatively
- Lose the jewelry
- Arrange taxis through your hotel
- When in doubt, take a tour
- Just make smart decisions
Full article here at Crushable
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Great sensible advice from a seasoned traveler. 50 countries, in 7 continents – I’ll be very happy being able to do a small fraction of Kristina’s international travels.
Great article, very inspirational not only to women but to all travelers.