Remember that tourists in any country can become targets. In order to make your visit a happy and memorable one, the following precautions should be taken:

At the airport

• Be on the alert for handbag snatchers and pickpockets or suspicious looking persons.
• If you feel uncomfortable with people around you go to the nearest security office.
• Always keep your luggage where you can see it.
• Make sure that your bags luggage have tags.

• Always know where you are going.
• Fasten your seat belt, lock your doors, and only leave your windows open about 5 cm in slow or stop and go traffic.
• Do not use your mobile phone while driving, unless you have a hands free kit.
• Never display your valuables in the car e.g. handbags, clothes, mobil phones, etc. Lock them in the boot of your car.
• Be aware of your surroundings when you stop at a robot (traffic light) or stop in the street.

• Do not publicize your valuables, e.g. jewellery, camera, etc.
• Be on the alert for handbag snatchers and pickpockets or suspicious looking persons. 
• Avoid walking at night in deserted areas and stay in well lit, populated areas.
• Be aware of your surroundings and know where you are going.
• Get advice from your accommodation establishment prior to embarking on foot.
• If you need any information, a policeman or officer will be glad to assist you.
• Make sure your travel insurance covers your valuables.
• Use credit cards or if not possible, please carry only a small amounts of cash.

• Swim at beaches manned by lifeguards.
• Swim between the beacons.
• Obey instructions of lifeguards.
• If encountering difficulties in the sea, raise one hand above your head.
• Avoid mixing alcohol and swimming.
• When you swim consider to ask your neighbour to keep an eye on your belongings or leave them in a locker.
• Do not bring valuables to the beach.
• Do not take glass bottles to the beach.
• Please, no naked or topless swimming or sun bathing unless in designated areas. 
• Use adequate sun protection cream.

• Any valuables should be locked away in a safe place. 
• Keep your room locked whether you're in or out.
• If someone knocks, check who it is before opening the door.
• Do not leave your luggage unattended, especially during check in / check out procedures.

• Make sure your travel insurance covers your valuables.
• Make sure that the number of your travellers cheques are on your receipt and that this is kept in a safe place (not with your cheques!). 
• Check expiry date of credit cards - Master/Visa. 
• Have a photocopy of your passport / flight ticket and other important documents with you but keep it separate from your original documents in case you lose them.
• It is always advisable to take out traveller's medical insurance.