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General Safety Tips
Stay Alert and Trust your Instincts– particularly in busy or unfamiliar areas, if you feel uneasy get out and away from the place
Keep Valuables Close– do not flash valuables or draw attention to pickpockets
Keep a Low Profile– keep in mind you are a foreigner in the country you are travelling; be respectful of other cultures and beliefs
Learn Your Surroundings– what areas you should avoid, contacts, how the public transportation works, etc.
Keep in Contact– keeping hosts/supervisors updated on your whereabouts is a must, but we also suggest regularly contacting someone you trust in the U.S. with updates and location