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TRAVEL SAFETY
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If know someone who you really
trust, we mean REALLY trust... Ask them to house sit for
you, while you are away. Make sure they are reliable and capable
of doing so. Knowing your home is cared for and attended to, while
traveling, provides peace of mind and excellent home security.
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Make sure that your home is
locked and all appliances are shut down before leaving for any
length of time.
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Time your lights in alternate
rooms at various settings. Buy an extra timer and avoid just using
one light at the same time, day in and day out. Set the lights in
different rooms, at overlapping times.
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Lock your garage and sheds.
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If you have TRUSTED neighbors,
let them know you are going and when you expect to return.
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Ask them to keep an eye on your
home and tend to your mail and newspaper.
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Leave your family or trusted
neighbor the capability to contact you in case of an emergency.
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Avoid leaving your home looking
unattended.
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Have arrangements made for trash
disposed off in your absence and lawn care.
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If you need to, have mail and
newspaper delivery suspended for the duration of your trip. There
is probably no better sign that a home is vacant than having mail
and news papers piling up on the porch.
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If you leave a car outside,
arrange to have it moved every so often, by neighbors or family.
It will give the impression that you are still coming and going.
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Contact your local Police
Department and ask them to give your home special attention when
possible.
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While traveling, use travelers
cheques and keep extra cheques secured.
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Carry a photocopy of all your
identification and credit cards in case you lose something. At
least you will be able to identify yourself if needed. You will
also have a copy of all your important documents and numbers.
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Make sure your accommodations are
safe and clean. Use all the security features provided to you.
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Use ALL door locks in your room.
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Leave a TV on when you are out of
your hotel room. Use the DO NOT DISTURB SIGN.
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Do not use the "Please Clean"
sign. It indicates that you are out of the room.
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All reasonable lodging facilities
will have a safe that you can keep extra checks, money or
valuables in. Use them if needed.
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Report any suspicious persons or
activities to the desk personnel and ask them when something will
be done about it. Check back to make sure it has.
HOTEL SAFETY
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