Are you a traveler who takes every new mod-con with you when you travel abroad? Or are you so afraid of being robbed or robbed that you don’t really enjoy the culture and your surroundings? Read the top 5 security products any traveler needs when abroad.
1. Padlock or combination lock
Padlocks and combination locks are the most versatile security products when traveling abroad. You should use them from the moment you leave your front door to the moment you return.
You can buy a set of 4 padlocks that all have the same key. This way, you don’t need to carry a full set of keys with you just to get into your luggage. Or try a combination lock. There are no keys involved, but you must remember the combination. Make sure the lock fits your luggage zippers!
Either way, padlocks and combination locks are very useful for:
- Lock your luggage while traveling by public transport or leave it in the hotel luggage room.
- Close the locker or storage box in your bedroom.
- You can even use them to lock 2 or 3 pieces of luggage together. This makes it more difficult to catch and steal them.
2. Money belt
An easy way to hide your money or credit cards when you travel is to wear a money belt. They come in a wide range of options, from neck bags, belts, real belts with zipper sections, and even leg straps. All of these are great ways to protect your belongings.
If you keep these money belts under your clothes, there is practically no way they will steal your pocket. However, if you constantly take money out of your money belt in a public place, it will be very obvious to any thief trying to rob you. We recommend that you still use a wallet with a small amount of money and save your money belt for your cash, passport and credit cards.
3. Cable lock
Use a cable lock to lock pieces of luggage together in a luggage room, or connect your luggage around a seat while you sleep. They can be opened with a key or with a combination. They are a great safety product to use if you use a lot of public transportation.
We have used them to pass zippers and other locks to hold them together. On night trains, we put a bell on the wire, so that no one could touch our backpacks without us hearing it.
4. Mesh security products
Mesh security products are becoming very popular with tourists, especially people who have not traveled before. They will give you the peace of mind that your backpack cannot be cut.
They are basically a purse, backpack, camera case or many other types of luggage with a metal mesh sewn into the lining of the bag and the strap. This will prevent any potential thief from cutting your bag. However, it won’t stop you from a snatch and run attack.
If you plan to buy mesh security products, be sure to buy one with the mesh sewn into the lining. Do not buy a mesh that covers your luggage. They are cumbersome and very complicated to dock and dock correctly.
5. TSA locks
What are TSA locks I heard you ask? TSA stands for the Transportation Security Administration, an agency of the US department of homeland security.A TSA lock is a special type of lock or combination lock that customs officials can open upon entering the US.
If you don’t use a TSA lock, there is a chance customs officials will break your padlocks / combination locks. There is also the possibility of having your luggage cut off.
Above are the top 5 security products that all travelers should use. This does not depend on travel style, budget, age, or travel destination. These items will keep your belongings safe!