Vacation Safety Tips
Posted on | December 15, 2009 | 18 Comments
Some of us are so eager to get away that when vacation time comes around, we throw caution to the wind, failing to take the usual precautions that keep us safe in day-to-day life. Unfortunately, there are con artists out there who know this and are ready to take advantage. What’s more, even innocent accidents can blight a vacation. Small problems can prove much more troublesome than they are at home. It’s best to be aware and well prepared, so you can be sure of a trip that is safe and fun all the way through.
When you’re driving away from home, be aware that the rules of the road may be different from those you are used to. This can apply even if you’re still in the same country, as there are different kinds of terrain to account for and drivers in different regions develop different habits. The most dramatic example of it will arise if you visit a country where people drive on the opposite side of the road. In this situation, take your time to adjust to the new ways you should be moving and the new areas you should be paying attention to. Even if you usually drive a manual transmission, it may be a good idea to have a rental care that is an automatic to reduce the number of new things you have to worry about while driving on unfamiliar roads.
If you’re visiting a foreign country it’s always a good idea to have a dictionary or phrasebook with you, even if you’re confident that you can handle the basics of the language. This is among the more important vacation safety tips because people sometimes forget the vocabulary they need in emergency situations. Make sure you are informed about how the local health care system works and that you know where to seek help in an emergency. Be aware of what your insurance will cover. Make sure that any medicine you purchase comes from a qualified doctor or pharmacist.
The most important vacation safety tips for hotels involve forward planning. Ideally, you should work out where you’re going to stay well in advance and secure your bookings. The Internet makes it easy to research most places and read customer reviews. If for any reason you are unable to stay in the place you’d planned on, or if you feel the need to be more spontaneous, ask around for local recommendations. Trust your instincts and don’t stay anywhere you feel uncomfortable. Don’t leave money, expensive items, or important documents, such as your passport, in your hotel room. Make sure your hotel room door is locked at all times and keep your room number a secret.
If you keep these basic vacation safety tips in mind, you’re less likely to run into trouble, which means you’ll be more free to relax and enjoy yourself.
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December 15th, 2009 @ 9:46 am
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December 15th, 2009 @ 11:08 am
I don't know about hiring a body guard.
When you get to the airport and walk outside there will most likely be a lot of drivers there willing to take you to your hotel. Find one that speaks good English. When I was there, there were a number of them – some graduate students. We hired someone to drive us/be our guide for like $30/day. If you're unsure, wait until you get to your hotel and ask the person at the desk to arrange a driver for you.
Be aware that some of the drivers get kickbacks for bringing you to spend money at certain stores, so do some research and be sure of where you want to go ahead of time.
We didn't have any safety problems, never felt threatened. Use commons sense and don't stay out real late, watch what neighborhoods you go to at night. Just out of respect for the culture we dressed pretty conservatively. It works out just as well to wear a loose comfortable skirt or pants as opposed to a tiny pair of shorts. You keep from getting sunburned and you don't attract unwanted attention.
Oh, and I'm sure you know the cultural things like that as women, you don't want to touch a monk. You should also not touch anyone's head. Don't sit with your feet pointed at people. If you're gesturing for someone to come to you, use your whole hand, not just your pointing finger (obscene!).
December 15th, 2009 @ 11:16 am
I dont know of any place in Cancun to avoid….I live here. Just be smart….just like being anywhere else. Just have fun….relax….enjoy the culture…people here are very friendly and will treat you right. Just be careful of the taxi drivers….they will rip u off. Otherwise….have fun!!!!
December 15th, 2009 @ 2:07 pm
You can find almost daily tours from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to Sinai and same to Cairo, its a 4 hours drive to Eilat, you need 30 minutes at the borders maybe less I don't know of any buses but I am sure they are available.
From Taba to Sinai, depending where you want to go its not more than an hour, if you plan to visit Sharm El Shaikh its 2 hours 15 minutes and its nice for diving, you can get a package which included transport and hotel in Sharm, price range $300 depending on the hotel you pick.
From Taba to Cairo its 6 hours, you can also get a package.
Hotels are plenty with all kinds of rates, carry lots of water for the road, the road is very long but secure, you will notice many petrol vehicles, you don't need visa on your American passport.
Spend your time in Taba or Shram, avoid Sinai.
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December 16th, 2009 @ 11:08 am
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December 16th, 2009 @ 11:19 am
All Wal-Mart stores allow people to park the motor homes-trailers in their parking lots. You just want to do it away from the store. Also KOA camps are a great place to stay. They usually are very safe. I myself would stay in lighted areas, not so much as rest areas, a lot of people go thru them. Keep your doors locked and don't answer your door if its dark and you can not see who is knocking. I would also have a cell phone in case you need to use it. That would also determine where I would park, I would want to make sure I have sevicr. If your are in an area that you are concerned about, contact the local police department and they will be able to help you. If not tell you of a safe place, then to put extra patrol where you are. I hope this has helped you. Be safe and have a wonderful vacation.
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December 17th, 2009 @ 6:19 am
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December 17th, 2009 @ 2:19 pm
Have you ever tried to rent a villa/house and explore a island? Check out the USVI. In particular the island of St John. It's a small island of less than 6,000 people. You fly into St Thomas and take the ferry over to St John.
Laurence Rockefeller purchased 5,000 acres of land in 1956 from a Danish West Indies Company. He gave it to the US to preserve the land and designated the land to be a National Park. About 2/3rds of the island is park land. The island is stunning with it's beautiful white sand beaches and Caribbean water.
Rent a villa high in the mountains with a pool and hot tub. provision it yourself from local markets.
Explore the island and go to a different beach every day.
It's an American owned island and very safe. If you want to explore further you are a ferry ride away from the British Virgin islands.
Only 2 big resorts on the island Westin and Caneel Bay. The rest are villa rentals and B & B type places or condos.
Check it out. http://www.usvi.net
Good Luck)
December 17th, 2009 @ 7:31 pm
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December 18th, 2009 @ 4:45 am
Jordanians are the most polite people I've come cross, next to Persians and Egyptians. I've heard many times though, that if you plan on traveling to Jerusalem, make it the last place you visit before you come back home because some countries will not let you pass their borders if they see the Israel stamp on your passport.
December 18th, 2009 @ 12:15 pm
I think the beach and the park will both be fine. Just don't stay in the direct sun for too long or you may get overheated. Drink lots of water and try and stay cool and you will be fine. Just make sure that during the drive, you take plenty of breaks to get out and walk around to prevent any fluid from building up. Good luck and have fun!!
December 18th, 2009 @ 1:22 pm
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December 18th, 2009 @ 5:08 pm
I visited the Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side just a month ago. It was quite safe provided that you don't go walk abouts on your own and do not openly display your camera, bags etc. Keep your wallet/ cash in a safe place.
Whatever you do, don't walk around after dark. Don't fall for any money changing scams or offers to show you around by strangers. There are quite a few luxury hotels of which I found the best to be The Kingdom. The Elephant Hills is also very nice and has been rebuilt a few years ago after a fire almost destroyed it completely. Good standard accommodation can be found at numerous safari camps around the town, one being Tatenda Safaris which offers sunset booze cruises along the Zambezi River, tours to the local crocodile farm and others. You will be required to produce your passport to view the Falls and if you do not have a Zimbabwean passport you will have to pay your entry fee in US$ so be prepared for that. The hotels also charge for the accommodation in forex. Good luck and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the trip and be safe.