Make sure the door to the adjoining cabin is locked. Protect yourself from the sun. Use plenty of sunscreen and wear a hat. If a self-guided tour is planned, ask authorized ship personnel which areas of town to avoid and if any special precautions should be taken when driving a rental car or using public transportation. Walk only in well-lit areas.
Crooks prey on vacationers who have let their guard down.
Therefore, walk with a sense of purpose, as if you know where you are and where you are going. If you do get lost, don't act like it. Find a police officer or go into a hotel, restaurant or shop and ask directions. To avoid losing belongings, never leave luggage, purses or cameras unattended even for a moment.