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Safety Tips for Traveling Abroad

Filed under: Car Rental Bloopers - 25 Sep 2010  | Spread the word !

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There are several different things which could compromise your safety when you are traveling abroad. These are some of the tips that you should follow to help you remain safer while traveling:

Keep luggage in your room – Luggage is always something that unsavory individuals will target if you are not careful. If you leave your luggage unattended for just a moment outside of your vision, someone could take them or put something into your luggage which may be dangerous.

Never tell anyone where you are staying – Although people may seem innocent at the time, some may stalk people to their hotels if they feel that they can overpower you by themselves or with a group of people. This is very important, especially if you are flaunting expensive jewelry or clothes.

Do not eat street food – Street food may not be cooked properly or may have additives that may be purposely put in to knock you out such as drugs. You need to ensure that you purchase your food from safe locations always.

Use travelers checks – Travelers checks are a special type of check which could be cashed in many locations where credit or debit cards are not accepted. Traveler’s checks are fairly simple to use and are available from many different companies and are more secure than going with cash alone.

Use a rental vehicle – Rental vehicles offer some security as well as allow you to travel not out in the open. Many people get around faster to where they need to be and thieves will be less likely to follow you.

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Beep Boop – Wrong Way, Go Back

Filed under: Car Rental Bloopers - 14 Sep 2010  | Spread the word !

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Because different countries have different road rules and customs, if you are visiting a country for the first time, it’s important to familiarize yourself with their driving practices before you arrive. While having a rental car can make a trip run smoothly, having a rental car and not knowing certain rules of the road can make your first experience in a new country quite scary.

So, where should you start in learning about what you should know about another country’s driving practices? The first question you should ask is whether they drive on the left or right side of the road. If it’s the opposite of what you’re used to, arriving without being aware of this difference can be quite an unpleasant and potentially dangerous surprise!

The next type of questions should be about topics such as whether or not talking on a cellphone is permitted while driving, whether or not you can turn on a red light, and if their policy for drinking and driving. While drunk driving is never acceptable, some countries allow you to have a certain blood alcohol level, while others have a zero tolerance policy. Knowing a country’s laws about alcohol and driving will help you plan accordingly on any night’s that you go out and enjoy yourself.

Another area to inform yourself about is the ID and documentation you need to keep with you. Once again, every country has its own requirements, so it’s important to learn what’s required in the specific country you’re visiting.

Taking the time to get informed before you arrive in a new country will ensure that you can enjoy yourself throughout the trip, without running into any unpleasant problems.

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