While sitting, keep the bag in your lap. In a restaurant, keep your purse in your lap, not over the back of the chair. Keep your bag next to you in the public restroom instead of using door hooks. Carry some cash and credit cards in a second wallet, besides your purse or fanny-pack. Be alert, particularly in crowded situations.
Staged distractions are a favorite ploy of pickpockets.
Hotel And Motel Security Watch your luggage when checking in and out of your hotel. Make sure no one hears your name and room number while at the front desk. Don't invite strangers to your room. Find out your hotel's policy on key control and the room cleaning schedules. Call the desk to verify the identity of room service, repair persons, etc., especially if you did not call for them.