Travel Tips and Smart Advice for Safer, More Comfortable, and Worry-Free Travel.

U.S. embassies and consulates are located in countries around the world that have diplomatic relations with the United States. Those who work in an American embassy or consulate are official representatives of the U.S. and its interests. They act as liaisons between the U.S. government and the host country. Consulates have the same mission but are focused on cultural and trade relations issues. U.S. Embassy...

Keep em’ Out! Most criminals who burglarize homes are looking for an easy hit; a house that they can break into quickly, take something of value, and leave without being detected. There’s no fail-proof way to prevent home burglaries or to keep out a burglar, however, you can help avoid burglaries of home while on vacation by taking some deterrence measures. Prevent Home Burglaries When on...

While most hotel employees are honest, every occupation has a few employees who may steal.  The following videos were taken by hotel guests who have caught dishonest hotel housekeepers or maids stealing items from their room, or going into their personal belongings in search of items to steal. You should always check that your valuables are secured out of view prior to leaving your hotel...

Pickpocket Scams in Milan, Italy Milan may be the fashion capital of Italy, but it is also a city where tourists can be victims of pickpocketing firsthand.  Pickpocket scams in Italy mirror the tide of tourists visiting. In Milan, the top places where you need to exercise caution are where there are high concentrations of tourists, such as the central train station Stazione Cadorna, and...

Watch how these purse thieves are caught on video stealing purses in various situations and various countries. Sometimes, you really need to watch videos of items being stolen from travelers to truly understand the importance of making sure your bags are theft-resistant to keep your valuables secure. Travel with peace of mind by investing in an anti-theft travel bag, a money belt, or an anti-theft...

How to pack a suitcase or bag is a learned skill. Your best chance of packing just the right amount of clothes is to plan what you will wear each day or by activity re-using as many items as possible. Think a long sleeve shirt could be a light jacket over a t-shirt or be worn separately. Over-packing will also leave less room in your...