5 Tips for keeping your money safe whilst travelling

Posted on Wed September 3, 2014.

When you’re out on the road travelling you’re going to need money for food and drink, transport, and accommodation to name just a few essentials. It’s important to remember that there are plenty of risks involved with carrying large amounts of money abroad, especially if you’re visiting poorer areas.

When you’re out on the road travelling you’re going to need money for food and drink, transport, and accommodation to name just a few essentials.  It’s important to remember that there are plenty of risks involved with carrying large amounts of money abroad, especially if you’re visiting poorer areas.

Here are our top 5 tips for keeping your money safe whilst you’re exploring the world.

Carry as little cash as possible

Only ever carry as much cash as is absolutely necessary.  Wherever possible you should use credit cards and travellers cheques instead of cash.

Don’t draw attention to yourself

Avoid drawing attention to yourself by dressing conservatively and avoiding carrying expensive equipment or gadgets around with you, especially if you’re travelling in a poor area.  When you’re paying do so discreetly and don’t take out large rolls of notes or bags of coins.

Keep money close to your body

Don’t keep your money in a bag that could easily be snatched from you, instead carry it close to your body in a money belt under your clothes.

Don’t keep all your money in one place

If you keep all of your money in one place then you run the risk of losing everything in one go.  Split your money up and then store it in several different places.

Never leave valuables in your hostel or hotel

If you’ve bought valuables like cash, camera, mobile phone or a laptop with you never leave them unattended in public places or in your hotel or hostel room.  If there is a safe available then always use it.