I used to travel on business extensively-- 2-3 flights per week at times (Believe me the glamor fades fast).  I always had my safety and security of my belongings in the back of my mind-- whether on a plane, in a taxi, in a hotel room, or on the street of a strange city.  Having lived and worked in New York City for so many years it became second nature.  Here is what I did (and still do):

• I always knew where the exits were and the procedures for getting out
• I familiarize myself with my surroundings by reading maps
• I keep a low profile and hid my valuables on me or in my room
• I am not conspicuous in dress and with money
• I have basic ideas on defending myself

That last one has come up in conversations with colleagues . . .

I flew from New York to southern California exactly one month to the day after 9/11.  People asked me why I was comfortable with that and I responded it is safer to fly now than it was a month ago (heightened security).  They asked me what I would do if terrorists tried to take over the plane-- I said I would defend myself with available weapons that would get past security:

• My belt
• Pens and pencils
• A rolled up magazine
• My keys between my fingers
• My body and mind

I think you get the picture . . .

When traveling in your vehicle (like I do now):

• Keep things (valuables) out of site
• Avoid stopping in remote locations
• Keep the car locked at all times
• Have emergency gear in the car

What do you do to protect yourself?

This post originally appeared on DivorcedDadFrugalDad.com, here is the link to the original post, Protect Yourself While Traveling.

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DDFD believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom.  He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship.  He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.