We already don’t always feel safe at home, given the scale of burglaries, so imagine when you’re on vacation in a completely unknown place… Anxiety inevitably creeps in too! Of course, we’re excited at the idea of exploring a new destination, and we plan to make the most of every second of our stay. However, our safety comes first. Without being paranoid either, it is better to always stay on your guard and be wary of everyone. Well, since we’re talking about it: you’re not reassured in your hotel room? Are you afraid of an unexpected intrusion? In this case, there is a little tip that you absolutely must try…be sure to sleep soundly!
The glass on the door handle trick: how does it work?
An empty glass
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An empty glass – Source: spm
Are you afraid that an unwelcome person will sneakily enter your hotel room during the night? It must be said that it is the fear of all of us: sleeping peacefully and being robbed while we sleep, what anguish! Unfortunately, although this is the worst-case scenario, it is not impossible. So, unless you are in the habit of systematically locking the door from the inside to prevent anyone from entering from the outside this evening, there is a little trick to try. You may not have thought about it, but it can save you from this type of problem.
What is this trick? Place a small empty glass on the door, inserting the handle inside the object. As he does things quietly and often in a hurry, to avoid being noticed, the potential thief will not have time to check the door carefully. Also, the very moment he tries to enter your room, as soon as he turns the handle, the glass will immediately fall and shatter. With a little luck, taken by surprise, and perhaps even injured in the hand, he will run away. In addition to scaring and keeping the marauder away, the noise will warn you of danger: you will have time to wake up, turn on the light and immediately call the reception or the police. It’s a simple tip, but nevertheless brilliant.
Our advice for traveling safely
First, try to blend in with the crowd. No one should notice that you are in “tourist” mode. If possible, avoid spending too much time looking at the map or city plan, as if you are completely lost, otherwise you will be an easy target for thieves and scammers. On the contrary, walk straight ahead with a confident and confident step as if you already know the neighborhood by heart. Ah yes, same principle, when you visit tourist places or if you are in front of an incredible landscape, try to moderate your enthusiasm. Even if it’s your first time, make those around you believe that your experience is not new!*
It’s a recurring observation: scammers love to fool travelers by not letting them go one bit. So if you don’t want to be harassed or even extorted, you should adopt a normal attitude, as if you were walking around your own city, so as not to attract thieves. And above all, hide your valuables well. In a foreign country, you are not safe from pick-pockets whose methods are sometimes clever!
The little tip: put an empty wallet in your pocket or handbag. In the event of theft, the criminal will be fooled and will have gained nothing! Hide the real wallet (or card holder) in a place where no one would think of venturing into it. Ideally, always separate cash from bank cards.
Another wise tip: always keep the “do not disturb” sign outside your hotel room door. And to give the illusion that you’re there, leave the television on. This is a great tactic to deter a potential thief. He will think that the room is occupied and will change his mind immediately!
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