SAFETY TIPS FOR BACKPACKERSAND BUDGET TRAVELLERS

Experiencing the world on a budget might expose the true beauty of a diverse world for some travelers. However, seeing as your travels won’t be characterized with 5-star hotels and premium amenities, you might have to take safety matters into your own hands. Here’s how to do it the DIY way.

• While searching for a wallet-friendly place to stay, pick places that are frequently visited. Trust your intuition and stay away from shady or too-quiet places.  

• When staying in hostels, always put your personal valuables in a locker.

• For accommodations without lockers, use a cable lock to secure your backpack to an immovable object if you feel like going light.

• Divide your cash and other valuables and store them between your pockets, bag and backpack; this way you won’t lose everything in case you get robbed.

• Make sure to arrive at your hostel before dark. Don’t wander around potentially unsafe streets and neighborhoods for too long.

• If you plan on partying, make sure to drink responsibly. Stay alert even after you have had a few so that you don’t find yourself in potentially uncomfortable or dangerous situations. Never leave your drink unattended.