Floors 3 to 6 in hotels are the safest: 6 essential travel survival tips

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

When traveling, you're bound to encounter various situations. Knowing how to protect yourself during a crisis is an essential skill. Below are some ways to safeguard yourself while traveling, including what to watch out for when staying in accommodations and how to stay safe at night.

1. Choose a hotel room on floors 3 to 6
Many safety experts recommend booking a room on the 3rd to 6th floors of a hotel. These floors are high enough to deter burglars or thieves, but not so high that fire truck ladders can’t reach them—making this range the safest.
 
2. Distribute your valuables
Based on the principle of risk diversification, whether you’re traveling independently or with a group, it’s advisable not to keep your passport, money, credit cards, keys, etc., in one place or entrust them to one person. Distributing your valuables ensures that even if you’re robbed, your losses won’t be catastrophic.

3. Set up an emergency call button
When traveling abroad, it’s a good idea to memorize important contacts, such as the police, fire department, embassy, and family members. Also, set up an emergency call button to quickly trigger SOS. This way, you’ll have a response plan no matter where a crisis occurs.

4. Avoid staying out too late at night
If you’re in an unfamiliar place, staying out too late at night can attract trouble, especially when passing through red-light districts or areas with a mix of shady characters.

5. Don’t flash your cash
Avoid showing off your money while traveling, as it may attract unwanted attention or opportunistic thieves. Especially in unfamiliar places, being robbed or pickpocketed can not only cost you financially but also ruin your trip. 

6. Watch what you eat
Food is an important part of experiencing another culture, but avoid eating food from unreliable sources. Consuming questionable meals could lead to food poisoning or viral infections—far outweighing any culinary adventure.
 

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