Travel safety
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Before flying, I worked in executive protection. These are the habits I still use in every city and every hotel room, from the 60-second room check to reading a street before you walk it.
In your hotel
Your Hotel Room’s Hidden LifelineWhether you’re checking into a luxury resort or a roadside motel, there’s one thing most travelers ignore the moment they close the door be…
Hotel Room ChecksWe landed early in the morning in New York, having spent over 18 hours getting the boss back from Hong Kong. I was wrecked. I had already…
3 Essential Tips to Avoid Losing Your Stuff in HotelsTraveling can be an exhilarating experience, but the excitement can quickly turn to frustration if you find yourself losing personal items…
On the street
Travel Safety TipsSo many posts out there on travel safety tips from those who do not have a background in security. There are great opinions on this topic a…
Safety Travel RulesKeeping yourself safe while traveling can be a foreboding thought. I meet people every day that either don’t give safety travel rules a se…
Learning Threat AssessmentLearning threat assessment is not something most people do or even think about. This mentality is, at its core, a proactive approach to mak…
How to Stay Safe [step-by-step guide] in Unfamiliar PlacesStaying safe in unfamiliar places is a frequent topic of questions I get from colleagues and friends. Years ago, after leaving the military…
Active Shooter TipsDealing with an active shooter is a worst case scenario that should not even be on our radar. In today’s world, it is unfortunately and on…
Before you go
3 Tips to Safe Travel in an Unstable WorldAs a pilot that travels professionally I don’t always get the choice to “not” go. This means that during times of war or unrest, I am at th…
Using Technology to Enhance Your Travel SafetyI have been in many locations around the world where my safety was a serious concern. In fact, I’ve been followed in multiple countries and…
Navigating Travel Risks: To Cancel or Recalculate Your Plans?The travel landscape has shifted practically overnight. With escalating global conflicts dominating the headlines, the “Should I stay or sh…
Why You Need Rental Car Insurance AbroadFlopping around our little planet on an international journey is an exhilarating experience, but it’s also one that calls for meticulous pl…
3 Ways to Avoid Food PoisoningTraveling can be an exciting adventure, but nothing can ruin a trip faster than getting food poisoning. Whether you’re traveling domestical…