9. Don’t disclose your home address or phone number until the final day before your departure. (While you are on vacation, you wouldn’t want this information to be sent to a professional thief)
10. If you choose to go out with a travel companion, arrange for him or her to pick you up at your hotel. Locate your bellman, tell him you’re going out with a local, and ask him for advice on where to go. The hotel does not want anything to happen to you because someone else would be responsible for paying the tab.
11. Keep in mind that if you’re an American, you can become a target! or, they might wish to wed you in order to immigrate to the US. (Note: It is permissible for men in some countries to have more than 2 wives.)
12. Try to avoid hurting anyone’s feelings.
13. Get in touch with the closest Embassy if you get into problems.
14. Give a friend or relative at home a comprehensive itinerary. During your vacation, communicate with this family member or friend frequently.
