Keep valuables in front pockets. Carry only enough cash for the day s needs. Be aware of who is around you, especially when somebody asks you a question or distracts you. Keep a separate record of you passport number, traveler s check numbers and credit cards. Be especially careful in crowds or tourists areas.
Every car is a potential target, whether parked or merely stopped at a light.
Precautions Do not leave anything in sight in your car. Place any valuables in the trunk before you park. Always assume you are being watched. Lock your car, even for a one-minute stop. The above precautions make good sense wherever you travel.