Travel Safety:
On the Road
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Make sure everyone has their seat belts on. In many
states, it is required
by law - so "click it or ticket!"
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Using a cell phone while
driving is distracting, if not dangerous. In many states, it is now
against the law to use a cell phone while driving, unless a hands-free
device is used.
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Do
not challenge aggressive drivers. Speeding up or attempting to hold your
position in your
driving lane could aggravate the situation.
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Report erratic drivers to the appropriate authorities by providing a
vehicle description,
location, license plate number, and direction of travel.
In Parking
Areas/Rest Stops
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Be observant and look
around before entering a parking area.
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Always park in areas with
adequate lighting.
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Do
not leave valuables out in the open in your vehicle. Even small amounts of
change on
your console could prompt a break-in.
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Always check your back
seat and rear cargo areas before getting back into your vehicle.
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Keep your car doors locked
if you are planning to rest in your vehicle.
In
Hotels/Motels
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Close your hotel/motel door securely whenever you are in your
room and use all
provided locking devices.
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Check to see that any sliding glass doors or windows and any
connecting room
doors are locked and secured.
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Don't answer the door in
your hotel/motel room without verifying
who is requesting entry. If a person claims to be an employee of
the hotel, call the front desk and
verify that someone from their staff is suppose to have access to
your room.
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When returning to your hotel late in the evening, always use the
hotel's main
entrance.
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Do not draw attention to
yourself by displaying expensive jewelry or large amounts of cash.
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Place all valuables in the
hotel's safe deposit box.
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Do not invite strangers to
your room.
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Avoid displaying your guest room keys in public, and don't carelessly
leave your keys
anywhere they can easily be seen or stolen.
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If you see any suspicious
action, report your observations to the management.
Play it safe...enjoy your travels!
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