Tips on Honeymoon Safety

Honeymoon should be an exhilarating affair, with high dosage of adventure. But at the same time, it should be completely safe and secure. The safety of the honeymoon can be insured by opting for a travel insurance that covers the two of you in case of any untoward eventualities.

Besides that before visiting a particular destination, gain some prior knowledge about the specific problems or the possibility of environmental hazards if any, which are germane to that destination. This knowledge would stand you in good stead, in case of any trouble. For example, you are visiting a honeymoon destination, which though beautiful, is infamous for its touts and local criminals. In that case, it is better to be beware of them beforehand, and be circumspect in dealings with the local people, so as to avoid falling in unnecessary troubles.

In case you are planning an outbound trip for your honeymoon, it is always better to dress in a style that comes within the purview of the conventional moral code or the societal norms of that destination. That would prevent you and your partner from getting unwelcome attention on the streets, cafes or busy markets, and enable you two to enjoy your honeymoon fully. Also make it a point to get familiarised with the laws and conventions of the country you are intending to visit. The things which may not be illegal or outrageous in modern India’s liberal climate, may attract a sentence in some ultra conservative countries. So don’t learn the hard way and spoil your honeymoon in the process.

It is always advisable to keep precious jewellery or other valuables (such as a Rolex watch) in the safe of your hotel, before deciding to venture into the crowded streets for a shopping expedition. Better still, leave them in the safety of your home, before catching the flight to honeymoon.

Also don’t keep your wallet in your hip pocket while walking in crowded streets. In that way, you are exposing yourself to theft. Keep the major portion of your cash in a concealed pouch, underneath your garments. Also distribute the money between the two of you, so that if by chance one gets lost, he/she does have enough money to reach his/her hotel. Moreover, while travelling on the foreign locales it is always advisable to carry only that much cash as you would need. Have some travellers cheques. Also carry some random checks on the outstanding of your credit cards, so as to safeguard against their possible misuse by miscreants.

Money exchange should be done only from an authorised dealer, and not with a tout who may try to impress you and your life partner with tall claims. Similarly tickets of buses, trains, planes, museums, dance shows, etc. should be purchased only from an authorised dealer. This prudence may prevent you from getting robbed of your hard earned money. Also try to learn the native language of the destination you are planning to visit. This extra knowledge can help you in case of any trouble.