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| About the Book | |
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Whether
traveling on business or for pleasure, we would all like to believe
that wherever we go we are as safe as we are at home. But the world
we knew has changed, and while there were not many guarantees before,
there are even fewer now. While travel remains a necessity for businesses
and a favorite leisure pastime for many of us, we can no longer afford
to take a cavalier attitude about it. The fearful events of 9/11,
the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the unrest and instability in
many parts of the world have changed how we must live and move about,
both within our own country and abroad. Terrorism is not our only concern. Wherever we go, we need to remember that travelers everywhere are prime targets for criminals. None of us ever wants to believe we could be caught in a situation beyond our control. We do not want to be involved in a crime during a trip either, but it happens to people everywhere in the world every day. This is a fact that U.S. consular personnel and police departments all over the world will readily confirm. The more you know about how criminals operate, the better equipped you are to foil their efforts and ensure your safety. Every year, thousands of people come home from the far reaches of the world with more than souvenirs and memories. Sanitation and living conditions are poor at best in many developing countries. Being the squeaky clean people we are, we have few immunities against infectious diseases and conditions that commonly flourish in different regions and climates outside our own country. This book is an up-to-date resource that reflects current conditions and situations both in the U.S. and abroad. It focuses on how to avoid common mishaps and protect yourself from criminal activities, disease, and even terrorist acts. An essential handbook for travelers whatever their destination, this book offers valuable information on how to: ·Take essential and important steps before you ever leave home ·Become street smart ·Protect yourself in your car and on the road ·Ensure your safety and security in hotels ·Outsmart and thwart criminals anywhere ·Guard against serious travelers' maladies and diseases ·Avoid hassles at airports and with customs and immigration officials ·Find help in an emergency
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| About the Author | |
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Judith Albright is an enthusiastic world traveler and writer whose travel industry career has spanned more than 30 years. Her publications focus on helping travelers stay safe and get the most from their trips. She combines her own experiences with recommendations from other seasoned travelers, security advisors, and industry professionals. |
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