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My husband got a partir of pickpicket proof parts for travel. The parts have so many button and zippers, it is hard for him to get stuff out of them. Not leaving your phone on the table when people approach is a good tip.

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That’s a wonderful tip! Lots of zippers create a problem for anyone with bad intentions. Thanks for reading and the comment! Colombia overall is a wonderful country. Just don’t “dar papaya” and you will be ok!

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On their first night in Madrid a few years ago, my daughter’s boyfriend fell for the whole ‘distract disoriented tourists whilst snatching their mobile phone off the table thing’. 😢

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That’s exactly what happened to me in Bogota! So sorry to hear that, James. It’s a horrible trick. Thanks for the comment.

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My money belt works well! Also have a burner phone/ wallet after my friend was almost mugged on a bus. Thankfully, I’ve never had issues. 🤞🏻

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Aww yes, great tips here too! A burner phone or wallet is for sure the way to go in some cases. I’m glad you’ve had better fortune with unwanted situations!

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Hi Daniel, Your advice on how to avoid getting robbed made me think of a very fortunate situation I had in Buenos Aires. I naively hung my handbag over the back of my chair in a restaurant. I've traveled all around the world, and I know better than that. However, I wasn't thinking. The server and the restaurant manager both came and quietly suggested I put my bag in a safer place to avoid theft. I was fortunate. We can all use help at times and even seasoned travelers can let their guard down. I enjoy your substack.

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Wow, I'm glad you didn't lose anything in that moment. I think we all have that wake-up call to be more alert. For me, it was that moment in Bogota. I did lose a money belt during that trip, but it was more me being forgetful than theft. Thanks for the positive feedback Lois! I'm enjoying your publication too.

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