Stay safe and calm while traveling

A few preparations make most trips smoother.

Before you go

• Keep copies of your passport, tickets and insurance, on paper and on your phone.
• Share your plans with someone you trust.
• Check travel advice and entry rules for your destination.
• Look up the local emergency number.
• Consider travel insurance, especially for health cover abroad.

While you travel

• Keep valuables in a front pocket or a bag you hold close.
• Keep a little cash separate from your wallet.
• Be careful with public Wi-Fi when you use banking or other private accounts.
• Trust your instincts. If a place feels wrong, leave.

If something goes wrong

Contact your embassy or consulate for lost passports, and your bank right away for lost cards.