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Travel safety experts Kevin Coffey and Lloyd Figgins shared their best tips.

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Travel safety is something I had to learn the hard way.

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While studying abroad in Barcelona,my phone was snatched right out of my handby a bicyclist.

Like most people, I never thought it would happen to me.

Your safety and security is your responsibility," he advised.

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“Get into the habit of owning it.”

He adds, Whenever possible, give a shot to hide them so theyre not easily found.

However, if your carry-ondoesend up gate-checked, the flight crew attaches a small tag with an elastic band.

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Once that tiny tag is lost, the chances of finding your luggage decrease significantly.

Coffey recommends opting for a sturdier tag with a more secure attachment mechanism.

Bringing your own lock and door wedge provides peace of mind.

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If youre unsure about an item, chances are you dont need it.

He continued, Most travelers take far too much stuff they dont need and will never use."

If laundry is available, you’re free to bringa laundry bagand pack even less.

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Pro tip: Build situational awareness into your travel.

These days, people are focused on their smartphones, rather than whats around them.

This means that they are distracted and thats what criminals want to see.

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