If you're carrying a bag keep it organized & always put things back in the same place. Because if you're digging for something in a bag you are not paying attention to your surroundings & are probably pulling everything out of your bag & setting it down on the ground which gives everyone a really good look at your stuff. I practice this whether I'm at the local mall or traveling. It saves me time, frustration & money.
i find the whole beach thing a bit difficult when you're backpacking and are always on the move - anyway, i usually put some of my money and often my passport in tampon boxes or my pad packets. Men react seemingly allergic to that...
I handed my passport in to a hostel in Vietnam and they kept hold of it during my stay. When I checked out two days later my passport wasn't there. It was seriously the most stressful thing, I had to get an emergency passport from the embassy which I couldn't really travel with because of the restrictions. I had to fly back to the uk to fast track a new passport before heading back out to Borneo. I'm now down about £1000 because of all that. Don't hand your passport in to hostels, insist they give it back to you. Passport, phone and bank cards are the most important items because they actually make travel impossible/really hard if you lose them.
ABHISHEK conqueror I'm not blaming the country. I didn't have the best experience in Vietnam, for the entire 10 days I was there I was really ill, lost my passport, got mugged by a taxi driver and saw a man driving around on the back of a bike with a gun. I'd still visit Vietnam again, just make sure I have plenty of copies of my passport and never leave it with anyone again.
Always Keep my Passport + cash + credit card in a waterproof small pouch inside my shirts . It weight nothing. I even sleep with it under my Pj . I never carry a wallet during travel, everything inside a ziplock bag. I don't care What people think
Buy a small door alarm and place it on the door. If there is an internet connection available there are door alarms that actually send a notification on your phone. Also place a small hidden camera with sensor movement, in case someone tries to get in your room you will be notified, there will be an alarm and you will have video footage of who got in your room. good luck!
The "Follow your gut" mantra is the one I love the most in this video as it add onto a lot of extra confidence when you do things right that way especially when you are all by yourself in a new country. Very helpful and nice video. Love yaa
Your videos always make my day. I laugh so hard. And learn a lot. I will share my personal story: I grew up in a small place and to my friends going to the capital was a freaking horror movie. Thief's, murders, etc... I never had that problem. Like, if you behave in the right way, with common sense and in the right state of mind nothing happens. If people see you trembling like a leaf, looking around as if waiting for a werewolf to pop up... They will see you as the perfect target. It like carrying a big sign on our backs pointing to us and saying ' Pssst! Over here. This one.' Wherever you go, act normal. Use normal clothes, normal stuff. That's my piece of advice. And believe me, I've stayed with people that at first glance would send chills down your back.
I knew someone who had a job in a bar while she was traveling. In a conversation with other hostel guests she told that she got paid in cash. Not long after she found her locker broken open with all the cash gone (that was stored in her well hidden secret bag inside the locker). Moral of the story: Don't let anyone know you have cash money. Or other expensive stuff; don't tell people your laptop is 2k US dollar, better put a couple of worn out stickers on the back to make it look old.
I am about to go on a big solo adventure around the world and stubbling across your videos has been a godsend. Absolutely love your content and your personality!
I actually had my laptop stolen from me in the hostel in China Mai. It was really stupid of me, I left this charging under bed. Hostel was really cool so I wasn't worried, guess what, local teenagers broke in for a bet and stole it. When I and full room of people were sleeping there! But thanks to Thai police I got this back ;) Even didn't belive it may happen!
Excellent video with solid advice. Love your bubbly personality! Subbed. Totally agree what you said about phone use. If theres one tip 'Id tell every traveler - leave your primary (and usually most expensive) phone AT HOME. There are plenty of excellent but cheap Chinese phones out there. Get one of these and make them your travel phone. Leave the flashy iPhone, Samsung W22 etc AT HOME. You can have an Oppo, RealMe, Xiaomi etc for very cheap. Many of them come with big batteries like 5000-6000mAh. Do not use your cell while walking on the streets. If you must then walk into a shop or a mall.
awesome video! I usually just ask people on the beach to look after my stuff and so far I've never had any issues with it! I usually also don't bring a camera and have taken separate trips to the beach too just to snap a couple pictures. the heat and sand is also never great for technical equipment which is why I wouldn't want it to lay there anyway. I've been binge watching your videos ever since I stumbled upon your channel. such great content!! :)
I live on an island and that is what I used to do since a child. Stuff in a bag, cover with a beach towel and leave it where we can see it. Most people do that and it's usually safe.
On a beach with the basics can be expensive, a phone a compact camera and a kindle and if there's more than 1 person you're with then you can have 2,3 or even 4 of each item. We usually put in a plastic bag wrap it up and put it under the sand and under a towel or surround where it is with rocks when we all want to go down to the sea. As long as no one sees you digging and putting in in then you are pretty safe.
Good to now video, but as I read below from another chap, I rarely see any vlogs talk about safety of items as a traveller thru the country by motor bike and how folks keep things safe when they come across an attraction such as a waterfall, cave, temple or other where the distance between u and the bike (with your things) may be lengthy. I am planning to move to Cambodia the spring 2020, but taking a year to travel by motor bike in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and if I can work a way around Burma into India and eventually after a year or so later, settle in Cambodia. I went thru many vlogs as understand the plight of others helps to educate others wanting to make the trip and experience. Understanding what tips others have or what they've done would be helpful, but find most vlogs just dont' really speak to these areas. I appreciate the notes on the money clip, would never have thought, of all the vlogs I've went thru ( and there have been sooooooo many) no one mentioned this yet. I will be a solo traveller, am 58 today actually and am fit. Appreciate your video. Blair
I just came back from a long trip in Australia and south east asia! And I know exactly what you mean about that 'gut feeling'. It's kinda funny because less really is more right? You're awesome, and your advice always comes in handy :)
the clip bag she is showing is out of stock but there is a similar call Lewis N Clark RFID Clip Stash in amazon and its sold for less than $10 which is pretty good, also this one has a protective layer so people won't get to steal your info from your cards (ex. cards that have chips like credit card and debit card and some IDs).
Never travel with valuable, my cloths are from H& M, I Only bring a compact camera. Don't bring a wallet, I put Passport , credit cards inside a ziplock bag, then tuck inside a Passport holder with sling or money belt. I Keep my laptop with the receiptionist. If someone wants to steal my shampoo or cleanser , they must be really desperate
travelling i have a couple of bags from Pacsafe that i have my padlocks on , another thing i have is what i call a mugging wallet , it is a wallet with expired cards in it and monies that cost too much to change back into normal currencies , Venezualan notes , Indian notes and such , if i ever get mugged i will just throw that wallet at them and run
Love your videos! The one thing I do when I`m traveling is actually have two wallets and split my money. I keep my money for the day on me and the rest split in two spots in my bag, that I lock up (locking zippers and in a locker).
I use a RFID blocking money belt. I just pull out a small amount for my pocket so I’m not digging through it at a busy market. I also use the waterproof phone bag comes in handy when you want those good swimming shots. Most guest houses and hotels/hostels will let you leave the key when you go to the beach!
Guys if you really don't want to get your things stolen, most bags have those 2 zippers on the big/main part of the bag and put all your your stuff that you definitely don't want losing eg. money, your wallet, laptop, phone, ect then but a lock, either with a key or combination but if you get the key one, have your key on a chain always on your neck underneath your top at all times. Put your lock through the 2 zippers and no one can get in :) my technique at the beach is to get a chain lock and lock it to my umbrella and cover it with my towel and stuff. Put your unnecessary stuff in the other places of the bag, eg. small amounts of food, cheap makeup and jewelry, and just anything small that you wouldn't freak out if stolen/lost :D
One time, my boyfriend and I were traveling through Italy, and when we arrived to our hostel, it was disgusting. Our room was smelly, people were lacking clothing, the bathroom was a mess, and there was NO storage. We ended up sleeping with our bags underneath us.
That's the most number of words I've seen come out of anyones mouth in such little time! Great tips though. I haven't had anything robbed in Thailand but Vietnam wasn't so kind, partly cause of my stupidity. Keep inspiring!
LOVE this video Aly! Agree with pretty much everything you've said. Also you have just made my day with Scott's travel money clip thingy. Was looking at money belts but feeling like there must be something better out there....and lo and behold! Thank you :)
A tip for clocking your suitcase or bag, don't buy a cheap store key lock, they all have the same key unless you pay extra to get the lock changed, buy one that you can see the keys are all different, or a code lock with instructions on changing the combination
I have a kid, so when we go to the beach I put my phone and keys inside a clean diaper, but wrap it up so that it looks like a used/dirty one. I leave it right next to the diaper bag with the wipes right there next to it. Even on a super busy day and at a pretty dodgy beach, no one has ever touched it or given it a second look. Not sure if that would work for people without kids, though.
I usually bury my phone under the sand and put my towel on top of it so I can find it, and only keep a debit card in my bag, and just keep an eye on my towel
if you are in a risky place (like Africa or India for example, it is good idea to buy yourself a second, dirt cheap phone, that you can take with you to clubs and pubs and to places with lots of crowds (like market).. or leave on to the beach when going to swim. I was robbed in Kenya three times (once even publicly by a gang of thugs just because i was new in town and honestly, because i'm white.., then again, truthfully i also went to places where normally white people didn't. Yet, it didn't ruin my experience and i still took more risks than most would. And in the end when basically everyone knew me and that i have been there for a long time, i was really able to go to slums alone in total darkness. As Ally says, when traveling, you have to learn to deal with your losses. If you want lots of powerful experiences, it is quite possible that sooner or later you lose some money or a phone. In certain places, white people just are overly exposed (even if you don't look like a tourist with flashy clothes and jewelry) and local thugs believe that whites always have money.. because, generally they do.. because for a local street thugs even your little money that you have so wisely distributed and left most of it wherever was safe, for them it may still be worth risking to try to get their hands on it. BTW.. if you go to Africa, you might also want to learn something about local laws, so that you wouldn't fall victim to different form of robbery.. a corrupt policemen who could try to exploit your possible ignorance about their laws.
acajudi100 yea i know.. one local talked how he was robbed on gunpoint.. but a stranger, someone different, someone clearly a traveller will absolutely attract more thieves. Thats why im saying that it is best to learn how to protect yourself and your belongings (not with fighting prowess but with wisdom).. and to become quickly known by locals
sumwhatparanoid _ I can't speak for him specifically, but when I read that, I thought of what other travelers have told me about, in this case, Colombia. Several people who love Colombia and have lived there for several years have stories to tell about local police demanding money on the street. Basically a robbery by police. The advice that others gave about this relatively well known phenomenon, is to insist on going to the police station or even jail. In Medellin that seems to work because they don't want it to be known wht they're doing.
I have an electronic lock i can unlock from any cellphone or ipod but no one else can bc you need to log into an account to unlock the lock and it only cost me $2 on ali express......
I forgot that but it's true. When I was in Spain I had to carry it all the time because if the police asked me and I didn't have it on me they could assume I was illegally three and they can take you to a police station.
The reason you've never seen a traveller using a money belt is probably because they go under your clothing. You wouldn't see someone wearing a money belt even if you were looking for it, that's kind of the whole point of a money belt. Its not a 'fanny pack'. lol. Just saying.
My mother and I have to travel with several medications, some of which are controlled substances. So we each have a lock case we put the bottles in that we then lock inside the suitcase. If they want to find that, they are going to have to be obvious about it. We take the meds in the bottles in case we should need to show what they are and that they are ours. Locks only keep honest people honest, but at least it makes a thief take longer and leave evidence of the theft.
Thanks for this was wondering if someone would comment - have travelled quite a bit but usually stayed with friends or in resorts for hotels going to be staying in hostels for the next two months alone lock box is a great idea !
A weird tip for keeping your money when you go around: keep it inside the shoes your wearing Another for valuable stuffs is that you could keep it in used socks or used chocolate boxes, I do those things frequently bc I used to lose things frequently. I find it helpful bc who on Earth would love to steal stinky socks or dirty chocolate wrappers
Hey...what if you dug a hole in the sand and put your stuff in there and then put your beach towel over it? Never done it, but I wonder if it would work
I had my food stolen by the night staff at Paris at a crappy hostel years back. That was luckily the only thing I've had taken from me on many trips abroad.
travel insurance is often for no more than 30 days so really is useless for long term travel.,. best thing is to not leave computers out of view as they will get stolen even in Singapore which seems so safe but even on Orchard Road there are plenty of thieves usually travelling in from Malaysia and Indonesia roaming the streets.. the street cleaners in Singapore too will steal your things if not tied to your body..
Keep a travel card with some money on it somewhere that is not your wallet or in your main suitcase/backpack so if you loose your wallet with your bank card you have some means of getting cash. Keep a $100US bill hidden somewhere on you also, this can help in most emergencies. Even if you have a secure hotel room never leave something valuable in a obvious place. A lot of thieves are opportunist and wont spend lots of time looking for things. If you have a lot of cash don't keep it in your wallet, so when you pay for small thing's people don't see you flicking through a big wad of cash just some smaller notes. Top up your wallet every so often in a private place. Just be aware, not paranoid. Realize that in a developing country items you may take for granted while your careless are extremely valuable to others and can make a huge difference to they're lives.
if your are photographer then you insure your camera gear separately, i like rangefinder and old SLR cameras for travel use prey anti theft on your pc and use older computer gear on your travels.
Don't bring your laptop unless you work with it. Really it's not worth it and if you bring something fancy like a MacBook someone might want it. Also, ir happens a lot to Americans and some Europeans that come from small towns or suburbs that are safe or where no one really walks anywhere and then they go to Mexico City, Buenos Aires or a big city in Europe and they lose stuff because they are not used to walking on a big city and staying alert.
Great tips and vid! I once had a spare wallet in my bag (didn't know it was there) and friends tried to thieve it as a joke, but after days of me not asking about it they opened it to find it empty and were like "why do you carry around a fake wallet" and I thought hey thats a good idea. So now I leave a fake wallet in my bag in the most obvious place. Quick question? How did you like Philippines compared to Thailand/Indo. We are thinking about going there next but also really want to go back to Bali (love Bali, love Bali, love Bali), but have the "FOMO of seeing something new syndrome"
Never try to hide your valuables under the car seat, in a glove box, or in the trunk. ALWAYS keep your valuables with you. Your car is not a safe place for money or credit cards. Further, leave the car unlocked, ideally with a window down. Thieves do not want your car. They want your money.
I bought a money belt and tried to use it in Amsterdam....SO uncomfortable! However, it does come in handy for storing passport and money etc in when inside the backpack as an "important things holder" haha!
Your right about the people who are from said country are the most likely to steal from you in the hostel, there either down on there luck or close to broke, I will also throw in long hostel stayers that are volunteering at a hostel for a free room are more likely to steal, they are also the ones who are more likely to raid the free food bin, not saying all of them will steal just be cautious.
I came across a Few such locals staying in hostel in Paris ! I knew the women Went thru my stuffs & re arranged it. I switch to a diff Room the same night .
Why does having a photo copy of the passport help getting a new one. When I lost mine and had to get a new one in Italy all I did was tell them my ssn and then we took a new photo and I had to pay for a new passport which I am sure you can't get around that expense
If you're carrying a bag keep it organized & always put things back in the same place. Because if you're digging for something in a bag you are not paying attention to your surroundings & are probably pulling everything out of your bag & setting it down on the ground which gives everyone a really good look at your stuff. I practice this whether I'm at the local mall or traveling. It saves me time, frustration & money.
we put our phones etc in a nappy (clean but rolled up like a used one). no one is going to touch a nappy if it looks used
oh my gosh, it's genius!
Brilliant! Love that idea 😃
aren't you scared that the room service's gonna take it for a trash?
its more for any where outside. but in our room we tuck the phones in a pack of nappies.
+Mary Moir what is a nappie? I'm american
i find the whole beach thing a bit difficult when you're backpacking and are always on the move - anyway, i usually put some of my money and often my passport in tampon boxes or my pad packets. Men react seemingly allergic to that...
Where did you find a tampon box big enough to hold a passport???
😂
@@thatsfunny2051 have u seen tampon boxes??
I handed my passport in to a hostel in Vietnam and they kept hold of it during my stay. When I checked out two days later my passport wasn't there. It was seriously the most stressful thing, I had to get an emergency passport from the embassy which I couldn't really travel with because of the restrictions. I had to fly back to the uk to fast track a new passport before heading back out to Borneo. I'm now down about £1000 because of all that. Don't hand your passport in to hostels, insist they give it back to you. Passport, phone and bank cards are the most important items because they actually make travel impossible/really hard if you lose them.
exactly right but Don't blame a country hehe
ABHISHEK conqueror I'm not blaming the country. I didn't have the best experience in Vietnam, for the entire 10 days I was there I was really ill, lost my passport, got mugged by a taxi driver and saw a man driving around on the back of a bike with a gun. I'd still visit Vietnam again, just make sure I have plenty of copies of my passport and never leave it with anyone again.
Kath O'Neill how did you get mugged by a taxi driver?! I’m going to be solo travelling Vietnam soon and I’m now terrified!!
Always Keep my Passport + cash + credit card in a waterproof small pouch inside my shirts . It weight nothing. I even sleep with it under my Pj . I never carry a wallet during travel, everything inside a ziplock bag. I don't care What people think
I'm from Vietnam and i'm sorry for it. Many people in my country are
making big lies just for money.
Buy a small door alarm and place it on the door. If there is an internet connection available there are door alarms that actually send a notification on your phone. Also place a small hidden camera with sensor movement, in case someone tries to get in your room you will be notified, there will be an alarm and you will have video footage of who got in your room. good luck!
The "Follow your gut" mantra is the one I love the most in this video as it add onto a lot of extra confidence when you do things right that way especially when you are all by yourself in a new country.
Very helpful and nice video. Love yaa
Yeah. Follow your gut. Awesome advice, thanks a lot.
Your videos always make my day. I laugh so hard. And learn a lot.
I will share my personal story: I grew up in a small place and to my friends going to the capital was a freaking horror movie. Thief's, murders, etc... I never had that problem. Like, if you behave in the right way, with common sense and in the right state of mind nothing happens. If people see you trembling like a leaf, looking around as if waiting for a werewolf to pop up... They will see you as the perfect target. It like carrying a big sign on our backs pointing to us and saying ' Pssst! Over here. This one.'
Wherever you go, act normal. Use normal clothes, normal stuff. That's my piece of advice. And believe me, I've stayed with people that at first glance would send chills down your back.
Absolutely right!
I knew someone who had a job in a bar while she was traveling. In a conversation with other hostel guests she told that she got paid in cash. Not long after she found her locker broken open with all the cash gone (that was stored in her well hidden secret bag inside the locker). Moral of the story: Don't let anyone know you have cash money. Or other expensive stuff; don't tell people your laptop is 2k US dollar, better put a couple of worn out stickers on the back to make it look old.
I am about to go on a big solo adventure around the world and stubbling across your videos has been a godsend. Absolutely love your content and your personality!
Wow 2 years ago..I dont know if you'll ever see this but i hope that you are ok and that you are enjoying yourself wherever you are. Safe travels
Where do you leave your backpacks when you go to the beach? At the hostel? I don't trust leaving my possessions in my backpack at the hostel
We bought that money clip 3 years ago while visiting London (at a local grocery store) and LOVE IT! pretty much use it as an everyday wallet!
Be careful on trains in Europe! Especially in italy
I actually had my laptop stolen from me in the hostel in China Mai. It was really stupid of me, I left this charging under bed. Hostel was really cool so I wasn't worried, guess what, local teenagers broke in for a bet and stole it. When I and full room of people were sleeping there! But thanks to Thai police I got this back ;) Even didn't belive it may happen!
Soph -- Did you mean Chiang Mai?
I always picked upper bunk bed For this reason
Excellent video with solid advice. Love your bubbly personality! Subbed. Totally agree what you said about phone use. If theres one tip 'Id tell every traveler - leave your primary (and usually most expensive) phone AT HOME. There are plenty of excellent but cheap Chinese phones out there. Get one of these and make them your travel phone. Leave the flashy iPhone, Samsung W22 etc AT HOME. You can have an Oppo, RealMe, Xiaomi etc for very cheap. Many of them come with big batteries like 5000-6000mAh. Do not use your cell while walking on the streets. If you must then walk into a shop or a mall.
god, i'm polish and i live in cardiff you are the first totally diferrent bristish I "met",
i love your videos! keep going
cheers
Don’t get a master lock; they’re aweful. Oh and definitely don’t use a TSA lock on a hostel locker; they’re even more aweful.
awesome video! I usually just ask people on the beach to look after my stuff and so far I've never had any issues with it! I usually also don't bring a camera and have taken separate trips to the beach too just to snap a couple pictures. the heat and sand is also never great for technical equipment which is why I wouldn't want it to lay there anyway. I've been binge watching your videos ever since I stumbled upon your channel. such great content!! :)
just don't get drunk or high anywhere traveling
I live on an island and that is what I used to do since a child. Stuff in a bag, cover with a beach towel and leave it where we can see it. Most people do that and it's usually safe.
If you are at a beach, ask a family with kids if they could take a look at your stuff while you are go swimming :) And money belts are great.
On a beach with the basics can be expensive, a phone a compact camera and a kindle and if there's more than 1 person you're with then you can have 2,3 or even 4 of each item. We usually put in a plastic bag wrap it up and put it under the sand and under a towel or surround where it is with rocks when we all want to go down to the sea. As long as no one sees you digging and putting in in then you are pretty safe.
my fav kind of video for someone who is planning on travelling
Good to now video, but as I read below from another chap, I rarely see any vlogs talk about safety of items as a traveller thru the country by motor bike and how folks keep things safe when they come across an attraction such as a waterfall, cave, temple or other where the distance between u and the bike (with your things) may be lengthy. I am planning to move to Cambodia the spring 2020, but taking a year to travel by motor bike in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and if I can work a way around Burma into India and eventually after a year or so later, settle in Cambodia.
I went thru many vlogs as understand the plight of others helps to educate others wanting to make the trip and experience.
Understanding what tips others have or what they've done would be helpful, but find most vlogs just dont' really speak to these areas.
I appreciate the notes on the money clip, would never have thought, of all the vlogs I've went thru ( and there have been sooooooo many) no one mentioned this yet.
I will be a solo traveller, am 58 today actually and am fit. Appreciate your video. Blair
I just came back from a long trip in Australia and south east asia! And I know exactly what you mean about that 'gut feeling'. It's kinda funny because less really is more right? You're awesome, and your advice always comes in handy :)
You are so engaging and your tips are so good, thank you!
the clip bag she is showing is out of stock but there is a similar call Lewis N Clark RFID Clip Stash in amazon and its sold for less than $10 which is pretty good, also this one has a protective layer so people won't get to steal your info from your cards (ex. cards that have chips like credit card and debit card and some IDs).
Never travel with valuable, my cloths are from H& M, I Only bring a compact camera. Don't bring a wallet, I put Passport , credit cards inside a ziplock bag, then tuck inside a Passport holder with sling or money belt. I Keep my laptop with the receiptionist. If someone wants to steal my shampoo or cleanser , they must be really desperate
Is it safe to leave a computer with a receptionist?
Love this video! Very good advice :) I'd like to see more advice videos about Thailand or travel in general
travelling i have a couple of bags from Pacsafe that i have my padlocks on , another thing i have is what i call a mugging wallet , it is a wallet with expired cards in it and monies that cost too much to change back into normal currencies , Venezualan notes , Indian notes and such , if i ever get mugged i will just throw that wallet at them and run
Great video! You said the most important points which are common sense and to trust your gut instincts. And have fun!
"don't walk around with your diamond chain" i love it hahah :)))
Love your videos! The one thing I do when I`m traveling is actually have two wallets and split my money. I keep my money for the day on me and the rest split in two spots in my bag, that I lock up (locking zippers and in a locker).
Perfect timing!
Going to Bali next week and needed this ☺️☺️
WOOHOO! Have fun in Indo! :D
Had an amazing time! but still had my phone stolen by a pick pocket :(
Love the enthusiasm in your videos! Very creative with what you do for traveling tips and tricks!
Super informative!! Thank you!
I use a RFID blocking money belt. I just pull out a small amount for my pocket so I’m not digging through it at a busy market. I also use the waterproof phone bag comes in handy when you want those good swimming shots. Most guest houses and hotels/hostels will let you leave the key when you go to the beach!
Guys if you really don't want to get your things stolen, most bags have those 2 zippers on the big/main part of the bag and put all your your stuff that you definitely don't want losing eg. money, your wallet, laptop, phone, ect then but a lock, either with a key or combination but if you get the key one, have your key on a chain always on your neck underneath your top at all times. Put your lock through the 2 zippers and no one can get in :) my technique at the beach is to get a chain lock and lock it to my umbrella and cover it with my towel and stuff. Put your unnecessary stuff in the other places of the bag, eg. small amounts of food, cheap makeup and jewelry, and just anything small that you wouldn't freak out if stolen/lost :D
One time, my boyfriend and I were traveling through Italy, and when we arrived to our hostel, it was disgusting. Our room was smelly, people were lacking clothing, the bathroom was a mess, and there was NO storage. We ended up sleeping with our bags underneath us.
Put your phone in a plastic bag, put it under the sand, cover with book and towel > but then don’t forget it there, dig it back out when leaving.
That's the most number of words I've seen come out of anyones mouth in such little time! Great tips though. I haven't had anything robbed in Thailand but Vietnam wasn't so kind, partly cause of my stupidity. Keep inspiring!
LOVE this video Aly! Agree with pretty much everything you've said. Also you have just made my day with Scott's travel money clip thingy. Was looking at money belts but feeling like there must be something better out there....and lo and behold! Thank you :)
I wake up at 4am and watching your video I love it thanks for the advice
A tip for clocking your suitcase or bag, don't buy a cheap store key lock, they all have the same key unless you pay extra to get the lock changed, buy one that you can see the keys are all different, or a code lock with instructions on changing the combination
Code locks with min. 5 digits.
I have a kid, so when we go to the beach I put my phone and keys inside a clean diaper, but wrap it up so that it looks like a used/dirty one. I leave it right next to the diaper bag with the wipes right there next to it. Even on a super busy day and at a pretty dodgy beach, no one has ever touched it or given it a second look. Not sure if that would work for people without kids, though.
Good morming holiday president.
the money clip idea is amazing thank you
I usually bury my phone under the sand and put my towel on top of it so I can find it, and only keep a debit card in my bag, and just keep an eye on my towel
YOure so entertaining to watch :) loved these tips !!! Thank you!!
Awesome video and wonderful advice, PT. And that money clip is awesome; thank you for the link. :)
No worries! :D
Holy fucking shit ! (Offtopic) Them green eyes ARE AMAZING!
Thanks for the video!
Hey.i hope you are having a great time.i rarely leave comments but i really had to thank you.So thanks a lot
Thanks for the tips! I am a photographer and really appreciate the insight from your point of view.
if you are in a risky place (like Africa or India for example, it is good idea to buy yourself a second, dirt cheap phone, that you can take with you to clubs and pubs and to places with lots of crowds (like market).. or leave on to the beach when going to swim. I was robbed in Kenya three times (once even publicly by a gang of thugs just because i was new in town and honestly, because i'm white.., then again, truthfully i also went to places where normally white people didn't. Yet, it didn't ruin my experience and i still took more risks than most would. And in the end when basically everyone knew me and that i have been there for a long time, i was really able to go to slums alone in total darkness. As Ally says, when traveling, you have to learn to deal with your losses. If you want lots of powerful experiences, it is quite possible that sooner or later you lose some money or a phone. In certain places, white people just are overly exposed (even if you don't look like a tourist with flashy clothes and jewelry) and local thugs believe that whites always have money.. because, generally they do.. because for a local street thugs even your little money that you have so wisely distributed and left most of it wherever was safe, for them it may still be worth risking to try to get their hands on it.
BTW.. if you go to Africa, you might also want to learn something about local laws, so that you wouldn't fall victim to different form of robbery.. a corrupt policemen who could try to exploit your possible ignorance about their laws.
Juwarra Thieves will rob anyone.
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acajudi100 yea i know.. one local talked how he was robbed on gunpoint.. but a stranger, someone different, someone clearly a traveller will absolutely attract more thieves. Thats why im saying that it is best to learn how to protect yourself and your belongings (not with fighting prowess but with wisdom).. and to become quickly known by locals
whats the story you know about the corrupt policemen? what local laws would be easy to break out of ignorance?
sumwhatparanoid _ I can't speak for him specifically, but when I read that, I thought of what other travelers have told me about, in this case, Colombia. Several people who love Colombia and have lived there for several years have stories to tell about local police demanding money on the street. Basically a robbery by police. The advice that others gave about this relatively well known phenomenon, is to insist on going to the police station or even jail. In Medellin that seems to work because they don't want it to be known wht they're doing.
put your phone , wallet in bag instead of pocket , your will never pickpocet in india .
I have an electronic lock i can unlock from any cellphone or ipod but no one else can bc you need to log into an account to unlock the lock and it only cost me $2 on ali express......
Shit am practicality in kao san road watching this video... Haha! In a hostel! This is hilarious! Thanks for the info!
Do you recommended kohsan for staying in ?
In some countries, anyone who is not a citizen nor a resident must have their passports with them at all times.
I forgot that but it's true. When I was in Spain I had to carry it all the time because if the police asked me and I didn't have it on me they could assume I was illegally three and they can take you to a police station.
The reason you've never seen a traveller using a money belt is probably because they go under your clothing. You wouldn't see someone wearing a money belt even if you were looking for it, that's kind of the whole point of a money belt. Its not a 'fanny pack'. lol. Just saying.
i watched recently a couple of your videos and you' re really great and inspiring! :) your travelling advices are useful :)
My mother and I have to travel with several medications, some of which are controlled substances. So we each have a lock case we put the bottles in that we then lock inside the suitcase. If they want to find that, they are going to have to be obvious about it. We take the meds in the bottles in case we should need to show what they are and that they are ours. Locks only keep honest people honest, but at least it makes a thief take longer and leave evidence of the theft.
Thanks for this was wondering if someone would comment - have travelled quite a bit but usually stayed with friends or in resorts for hotels going to be staying in hostels for the next two months alone lock box is a great idea !
I couldn't agree more on your tips🙌🏻🙌🏻
Well I live in Singapore so it’s the opposite away since I feel safer in Singapore being in other countries
how funny the husband and I were talking about the money thing last night. greatvid!
So helpful Ally! Love your vids
A weird tip for keeping your money when you go around: keep it inside the shoes your wearing
Another for valuable stuffs is that you could keep it in used socks or used chocolate boxes, I do those things frequently bc I used to lose things frequently. I find it helpful bc who on Earth would love to steal stinky socks or dirty chocolate wrappers
Ally, I love your channel! Thank you for your insightful videos ;)
Hey...what if you dug a hole in the sand and put your stuff in there and then put your beach towel over it? Never done it, but I wonder if it would work
Thank you so much. It was really helpful. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. May God bless you always
I had my food stolen by the night staff at Paris at a crappy hostel years back. That was luckily the only thing I've had taken from me on many trips abroad.
god your are from birmingham... no wonder you feel more safe outside :)
Keeping stuff safe on the beach has always gotten to me! I just try and leave anything possible in the room, apart from the necessities :)
Try and get a small water proof bag to take into the sea with you!
just curious ... how is it any safer "in the room"?
good tips!! People always ask me this question too. Wooo hoooo now I can just direct them here! :)
Excellent tips and advice Aly! :)
travel insurance is often for no more than 30 days so really is useless for long term travel.,. best thing is to not leave computers out of view as they will get stolen even in Singapore which seems so safe but even on Orchard Road there are plenty of thieves usually travelling in from Malaysia and Indonesia roaming the streets.. the street cleaners in Singapore too will steal your things if not tied to your body..
Keep a travel card with some money on it somewhere that is not your wallet or in your main suitcase/backpack so if you loose your wallet with your bank card you have some means of getting cash.
Keep a $100US bill hidden somewhere on you also, this can help in most emergencies. Even if you have a secure hotel room never leave something valuable in a obvious place. A lot of thieves are opportunist and wont spend lots of time looking for things.
If you have a lot of cash don't keep it in your wallet, so when you pay for small thing's people don't see you flicking through a big wad of cash just some smaller notes. Top up your wallet every so often in a private place.
Just be aware, not paranoid. Realize that in a developing country items you may take for granted while your careless are extremely valuable to others and can make a huge difference to they're lives.
if your are photographer then you insure your camera gear separately, i like rangefinder and old SLR cameras for travel use prey anti theft on your pc and use older computer gear on your travels.
Great Video. Thank you for posting.
Don't bring your laptop unless you work with it. Really it's not worth it and if you bring something fancy like a MacBook someone might want it.
Also, ir happens a lot to Americans and some Europeans that come from small towns or suburbs that are safe or where no one really walks anywhere and then they go to Mexico City, Buenos Aires or a big city in Europe and they lose stuff because they are not used to walking on a big city and staying alert.
great info thanks a lot. when i swim i put my keys, phone and ventolin in a waterproof pouch around my neck. its the best
Thank you, just what I needed to hear.
Great tips and vid! I once had a spare wallet in my bag (didn't know it was there) and friends tried to thieve it as a joke, but after days of me not asking about it they opened it to find it empty and were like "why do you carry around a fake wallet" and I thought hey thats a good idea. So now I leave a fake wallet in my bag in the most obvious place. Quick question? How did you like Philippines compared to Thailand/Indo. We are thinking about going there next but also really want to go back to Bali (love Bali, love Bali, love Bali), but have the "FOMO of seeing something new syndrome"
Really helpful video for us travelers!
I lost my iPad while charging and I went to toilet just 5 minute then when I back room my iPad gone and I know Latvian who care the room took....
Hey! I love you! Your videos I mean hehe This was Really helpful, thank you
Best video yet. Very helpful advise
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Put ur cards on ur phone
I’ve been using wallet on my iPhone
Can also use the Apple Watch if you don’t want to take ur phone
I love this but I'm exhausted you are so fast
Maybe you aren’t cut out for travel.... or common conversation
Thanks from India
Never try to hide your valuables under the car seat, in a glove box, or in the trunk. ALWAYS keep your valuables with you. Your car is not a safe place for money or credit cards. Further, leave the car unlocked, ideally with a window down. Thieves do not want your car. They want your money.
haha Birmingham... If I can walk around there then im good to go in thailand!
I am scared of loosing my passport and all my identity in another country
I bought a money belt and tried to use it in Amsterdam....SO uncomfortable! However, it does come in handy for storing passport and money etc in when inside the backpack as an "important things holder" haha!
@Psycho Traveller great info ! atta gal ! thanks !
I hope I bump into her when I travel, I would love to hang out with this gal
Thanks!
I worry about taking my passport and tickets. Don’t take them?
Great tips! I feel less stressed about loosing my stuff now! haha
Your right about the people who are from said country are the most likely to steal from you in the hostel, there either down on there luck or close to broke, I will also throw in long hostel stayers that are volunteering at a hostel for a free room are more likely to steal, they are also the ones who are more likely to raid the free food bin, not saying all of them will steal just be cautious.
I came across a Few such locals staying in hostel in Paris ! I knew the women Went thru my stuffs & re arranged it. I switch to a diff Room the same night .
Great video. Must watch
Why does having a photo copy of the passport help getting a new one. When I lost mine and had to get a new one in Italy all I did was tell them my ssn and then we took a new photo and I had to pay for a new passport which I am sure you can't get around that expense
i don't understand. so many restrictions. why u want to travel to that spot in the first place?