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Quick Safety Tips
Do not look like a tourist and take the same precautions as you would in other large cities.
At the hotel:
Never leave your luggage unattended
Store valuables in the hotel's safety deposit box
Expensive items of clothing should be locked inside a suitcase
Keep your room locked whether you are in or not
If someone knocks, check the identity of caller
In the street
Carry your (video) camera in a shoulder bag and not around your neck
Avoid display of jewelry and other valuables and never carry large amounts of money
Carry small change in your wallet and your bank notes / credit cards separately in your pocket or in a pouch under your shirt
Carry certified copies of documents and leave the originals in the safe deposit box
At night stay clear of dark and isolated areas - It is better to explore by taxi or in groups after dark
To avoid injury, never resist physically should an attempt be made to rob you
When lost ask a police officer or shop owner for directions - not a stranger
Be aware, that violent attacks on tourists by small street children are common. Never give money to children
Beware of card swapping at ATMs (Bank machines) and press Cancel should somebody try to distract you. Carry card details (without the pin code) on you. All ATMs display details of a 24 hour help line
Be cautious of scams where well dressed strangers offer to phone the bank on your behalf on their cell phone, when your card gets stuck. They invariably will ask you for your pin. Your pin is not required to cancel a card.
At the Beach:
Do not leave your belongings unattended and do not carry valuable items
Choose one of the popular beaches - not a deserted beach
Swim in areas supervised by lifeguards which have been marked safe
Areas where jet skis and boats are in use are not safe
Supervise your children at all times
In the car
Buy a map and plan your route in advance
Do not leave any items on the seat, place them in the boot
Remove the face of your radio when the car is unattended
Never enter informal settlements / slums
At night park in well lit or guarded areas
Keep your doors locked at all times
Never pick up strangers or hitchhikers
Wind your windows up
Should you observe suspicious persons at a red traffic light at night, it would be acceptable to proceed carefully, provided there are no other vehicles
Distances between towns may be considerable. Make sure that you do not run out of petrol
Carry cash for petrol in case credit cards are not accepted
Invest in a puncture repair aerosol can and a torch
Do not stop and rest on deserted roads
Do not stop at suspicious accident scenes and do not alight from your vehicle when someone bumps your car from behind under suspicious circumstances
Mountain Safety
Never walk or climb on your own
Stay on marked routes
Carry fluids (rehydration) and warm clothing (sudden weather changes)
Inform someone when you expect to be back
If available, carry a cell phone and emergency numbers.
Safety at Sea
Make sure that your boat is certified seaworthy
Carry the required safety equipment and approved life jackets
Carry a two way radio and / or cell phone, if available
Obtain advice from a safety officer who knows the specific local conditions
Obtain a weather report and be equipped and prepared for sudden weather changes
Inform someone where you launch and when you are expected back.
Discotheques and Bars
Current global trends indicate that "spiking" of drinks is on the increase. Do no accept opened drinks from strangers
You should:
carry a passport which is valid for at least six months beyond your expected return;
keep a photocopy of your passport's identification page with you;
travel with passports, tickets, and money separate in case of theft/loss;
keep valuables and passports safe and only carry enough money for anticipated expenses;
leave a copy of your itinerary and proof of citizenship with family and/or friends for emergencies;
carry notarized documentation signed by both parents permitting a child under 18 to travel alone, with an adult, or with one parent, in which case custody documentation may also be required;
drive defensively, as road conditions may be different; and
only visit unknown areas with official guidance and avoid isolated areas.
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Quick Safety Tips
Do not look like a tourist and take the same precautions as you would in other large cities.
At the hotel:
Never leave your luggage unattended
Store valuables in the hotel's safety deposit box
Expensive items of clothing should be locked inside a suitcase
Keep your room locked whether you are in or not
If someone knocks, check the identity of caller
In the street
Carry your (video) camera in a shoulder bag and not around your neck
Avoid display of jewelry and other valuables and never carry large amounts of money
Carry small change in your wallet and your bank notes / credit cards separately in your pocket or in a pouch under your shirt
Carry certified copies of documents and leave the originals in the safe deposit box
At night stay clear of dark and isolated areas - It is better to explore by taxi or in groups after dark
To avoid injury, never resist physically should an attempt be made to rob you
When lost ask a police officer or shop owner for directions - not a stranger
Be aware, that violent attacks on tourists by small street children are common. Never give money to children
Beware of card swapping at ATMs (Bank machines) and press Cancel should somebody try to distract you. Carry card details (without the pin code) on you. All ATMs display details of a 24 hour help line
Be cautious of scams where well dressed strangers offer to phone the bank on your behalf on their cell phone, when your card gets stuck. They invariably will ask you for your pin. Your pin is not required to cancel a card.
At the Beach:
Do not leave your belongings unattended and do not carry valuable items
Choose one of the popular beaches - not a deserted beach
Swim in areas supervised by lifeguards which have been marked safe
Areas where jet skis and boats are in use are not safe
Supervise your children at all times
In the car
Buy a map and plan your route in advance
Do not leave any items on the seat, place them in the boot
Remove the face of your radio when the car is unattended
Never enter informal settlements / slums
At night park in well lit or guarded areas
Keep your doors locked at all times
Never pick up strangers or hitchhikers
Wind your windows up
Should you observe suspicious persons at a red traffic light at night, it would be acceptable to proceed carefully, provided there are no other vehicles
Distances between towns may be considerable. Make sure that you do not run out of petrol
Carry cash for petrol in case credit cards are not accepted
Invest in a puncture repair aerosol can and a torch
Do not stop and rest on deserted roads
Do not stop at suspicious accident scenes and do not alight from your vehicle when someone bumps your car from behind under suspicious circumstances
Mountain Safety
Never walk or climb on your own
Stay on marked routes
Carry fluids (rehydration) and warm clothing (sudden weather changes)
Inform someone when you expect to be back
If available, carry a cell phone and emergency numbers.
Safety at Sea
Make sure that your boat is certified seaworthy
Carry the required safety equipment and approved life jackets
Carry a two way radio and / or cell phone, if available
Obtain advice from a safety officer who knows the specific local conditions
Obtain a weather report and be equipped and prepared for sudden weather changes
Inform someone where you launch and when you are expected back.
Discotheques and Bars
Current global trends indicate that "spiking" of drinks is on the increase. Do no accept opened drinks from strangers
You should:
carry a passport which is valid for at least six months beyond your expected return;
keep a photocopy of your passport's identification page with you;
travel with passports, tickets, and money separate in case of theft/loss;
keep valuables and passports safe and only carry enough money for anticipated expenses;
leave a copy of your itinerary and proof of citizenship with family and/or friends for emergencies;
carry notarized documentation signed by both parents permitting a child under 18 to travel alone, with an adult, or with one parent, in which case custody documentation may also be required;
drive defensively, as road conditions may be different; and
only visit unknown areas with official guidance and avoid isolated areas.
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