Safe Travel
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Collapse ▲Customs Forms
- use model as a guide for filling out
Negotiating Airport Security
- Remove shoes, jackets,belts, jewelry, anything with metal, laptops & 3-1-1 bag
- You may be frisked, wanded or have your hands or suitcase swabbed
- You may be asked to have a full body scan
- Do not make jokes or say anything that could be construed as threatening
- Be patient and polite!
Taxi
- Use only officials taxis
- Negotiate price before you get in
- Insist on safe driving
Avoid Unnecessary Risks
- Limit unsafe activities
- Avoid driving
- No alcohol or drugs
- Travel and explore with others (not alone)
- Take care when crossing the street
- No hitch-hiking
Healthy Choices
- Inform program staff of pre-existing medical conditions
- Wash hands with soap frequently or use hand sanitizer
- In developing countries
- Drink only bottled beverages from a sealed container
- Avoid ice in drinks
- Eat only peeled or cooked fruits and vegetables (No salads)
- Avoid street food
- Boil it, cook it, peel it or forget it!
Passport
- Carry a copy with you at all times
- Hide the original in a safe place
Safety
- Know where you are going and how to get there
- Leave jewelry and valuables at home
- Don’t flash money, credit cards, etc.
- Don’t change money on the black market
- Carry money close in multiple locations (wallet, pocket, sock, etc.)
- Use the buddy system
- Let others know your plans
- Don’t leave bags unattended
- Secure your backpack, wallet, purse, computer, phone
- Never accept packages from strangers
- Pay attention – five feet rule –
- be aware of what’s going on in front, behind, and beside
- Careful where you sit (ants, etc.)
Blend
- Avoid American hang-outs
- Avoid crowds and protests
- Be attentive to how you are perceived by locals
- Don’t act so “American” – not so loud
Use Caution in Relationships
- Beware of unexpectedly amorous men and women
- Know who you are with
- Use caution in bars/pubs/parties
- Avoid divulging unnecessary information about yorelf, your program and others (hotel, itinerary etc.)
- Report harassment immediately