As a frequent business traveler in the airline industry, safety is always my top priority. Thankfully I've never had incidents or close calls, but here are safety tips I stay mindful of, both when traveling alone or in a group.
Before you leave, share your travel itinerary ahead of time with a friend and/or loved one. This way, someone knows your plans, where you'll be, and when to expect a text. At minimum, I record my flights and hotels in a spreadsheet to share.
After checking in to my hotel, I'll text my husband my room number as well just in case.
This might be a millennial/Gen Z thing, but I share my iPhone location with my husband and a few close girlfriends too! Outside of travel, it's helpful to know when they're close to my house or restaurant when we're meeting up.
If I'm not traveling with a peer, I often try to return to the hotel by nightfall (not always possible in the winter). Texting a friend or family member when you return to your room safely doesn't hurt as well.
- Never stay on the ground floor- I always request the second level or higher for fewer entry points to my room. Plus, there's less street noise the further up you go.
- Ensure the check-in agent doesn't verbally share my room number- At check in, your room number should be written on your hotel room key sleeve. You never know who is listening.
- Use the safety locks- We've all heard horror stories of a check-in clerk mistakenly assigning an occupied room. Using the deadbolt/safety lock helps prevent this and gives you warning if someone tries to come in.
- Leave a light on- Personally, I hate returning to a dark house or hotel room. I leave the desk or bedside lamp on for visibility when I'm coming back, and so the room looks occupied.
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Fellow road warriors, any tips to share?
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