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On the Street:
- Do not publicize your valuables, such as jewellery, cameras,
money etc.
- Use Credit Cards wherever possible and carry small amounts
of cash with you.
- At night, avoid isolated dark places.
- If you need any information
or directions, ask a police officer or tourism information office.
- If
you need a taxi or other transport, your hotel or nearest tourism office
will be able to assist you and recommend a reliable company/service.
- Be
aware of your surroundings.
- Get advice from your hotel prior
to embarking on foot.
In the Car:
- Like anywhere else in the world, your safety is strongly
dependent on you.
- Always know where you are going
- Fasten your seatbelt, lock your doors.
- Never pick
up strangers.
- Do not use your cell phone while driving, unless you have a “hands
free kit”.
- Never display your valuables in the car e.g.
handbags, clothes, cell phones. Lock them in the boot.
- Be aware
of your surroundings when you stop at a robot or stop street.
On the beach:
- Swim at beaches manned by lifeguards
- Swim between
the beacons.
- Obey instructions of lifeguards
- Do not bring along
valuables to the beach.
- Use adequate sun protection cream.
- When encountering
difficulties in the sea, raise one hand above head.
- Do not
take glass bottles to the beach
- Avoid mixing alcohol and swimming.
- When you swim
in the sea consider asking your neighbour to keep an eye on your belongings
or leave belongings in lockers or with
lifeguards.
Visiting sites in rural areas:
- Establish how to observe the cultural protocol of that area.
- Visit
traditional areas via recognized tourism transport.
- Use registered,
qualified tour guides.
- Get advice from your local tourism office
in the region on the best routes to follow.
- Do not stop to
pick up strangers.
Accommodation:
- Just like anywhere else in the world, please do not leave
your luggage unattended.
- Store valuables in the safety deposit
box at reception.
- Keep your room locked, whether you’re
in or out.
- If someone knocks, check who it is before opening
the door.
At the Airport:
- Always keep your bags where you can see them. If you feel
uncomfortable with people around you, please go to the nearest security
offices
- Do not allow other people to tamper with your bags.
- Try
and make sure that your bags and luggage have locks
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