Steps For A Safe Cruise
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Keep your dream vacation from turning into anything but. When
you're going on a cruise, whether it's a family vacation, a
honeymoon, or just some time away, use a little common sense to
keep yourself and your valuables safe.
Victims of theft aboard cruise ships can run into yards and
yards of red tape attempting to prosecute the responsible
parties. First of all, most cruise ships require attendees to
sign a waiver, keeping the cruise line from being held liable
for crimes that occur on board. Secondly, many cruise ships are
registered in foreign countries, while passengers (including the
criminals) are from various locales. Meanwhile, the ship is
sailing in water owned by still another jurisdiction. This often
puts the area of responsibility into, well, murky waters.
Finally, once passengers leave the cruise ship, it is virtually
impossible to trace your stolen belongings. Where they end up is
anyone's guess.
So, be smart. Stay safe, and follow some simple rules to keep
theft from
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occurring in the first place. Keep good records.
Before you leave home, make an inventoried list (photographs are
helpful) of everything you have with you, and keep it someplace
safe. Record credit card and bank account numbers, and leave the
list at home. Do bring along a list of phone numbers to all of
your financial institutions (and a phone card if necessary) in
case a credit card disappears; that way you'll be able to report
the loss while still on board and avoid any fraudulent use. Most
importantly, if you don't need something, then don't take it
with you. The less you have to worry about, the easier it is to
keep track of everything you're carrying.
Simply putting a suitcase under the bed in your cabin is no
defense against a determined thief. On many cruise ships, the
door locks are changed less often than those at a hotel, and
your room may not be as secure of a place as you think. If you
can't leave your valuables at home, make use of the ship's safe.
Do not carry wallets in back
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pockets- pickpockets and
purse-snatchers are possible anywhere, even on a cruise ship.
Consider investing in an under-the-clothing money belt, which
keeps your cash safe and provides the added benefit of not
allowing you to forget your wallet lying on the table somewhere!
Avoid displaying any valuables or cash you have with you, and
invest in plain but sturdy luggage that does not draw attention
to itself.
It may sound scary, but consider the fact that you take all of
these precautions and many more when you venture to a new city
and stay at a hotel. A cruise ship is a lot like a floating
city, full of people from all walks of life, and a little
precaution can help save your valuables. Not to mention your
vacation!
About the author:
Kirsten Hawkins is a cruise and travel expert specializing in
discount cruises and travel. Visit
http://www.luxury-cruise-deals.com/ for more information on how
to cruise the world for little or no money.
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