DGreenistheBest Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 Oh yes... pack light and wear a money belt. Seriously. There are pickpockets everywhere in Rome, especially, but if you have your valueables tucked away safely in a money belt, there's nothing to worry about, as there's almost no violent crime to speak of. I can vouch for that. My mom got picked on the subway. But I don't think I head about any violent crime the whole time I was in Italy and I lived there for over 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heisenberg Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 You can go window shopping for hookers in Amsterdam.And when I say hookers, I mean girls that look as hot as pornstars. But then again, I wouldn't do it. LOL :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegionOfDoom Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 The pick pocket thing is valid. Put all valuables if possible in your front pocket if you can. Wallet, smokes, cash, anything important. If you are wearing a jacket make sure those pockets are empty. When I used to smoke I put them in my jacket pocket daring someone would try to pick my pocket. They are clever and at times work in teams. The one who tried me were a male and female team. They target tourists because it is easy. Just mind your surroundings if possible. It is hard to do when you are in a new place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggitmon Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 The Grasshopper Cafe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techboy Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 Put all valuables if possible in your front pocket if you can. Wallet, smokes, cash, anything important. If you are wearing a jacket make sure those pockets are empty. They can get your front pockets, too. Wear a money belt. They're cheap, not at all uncomfortable, and allow you to safely carry vital items like a passport as well as your money and credit cards. I also recommend packing light, though that's more of a personal preference. My wife and I got to Europe at least once a year, and we each carry only one carry-on size bag with us (no checked luggage). Have been for years. We got ones that convert to a backpack, and we carry everything onto the plane. The flexibility is fantastic, especially hopping on and off buses and other public transportation, especially important when doing multiple cities, like we like to. Last summer, we did a trip to the Czech Republic, and toured much of the country. I can't imagine what it would have been like to haul luggage around, and on and off the buses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special K Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 Oh yes... pack light and wear a money belt. Seriously. There are pickpockets everywhere in Rome, especially, but if you have your valueables tucked away safely in a money belt, there's nothing to worry about, as there's almost no violent crime to speak of. Good advice, I forgot to add that. It sounds ridiculous, to wear a money belt, but you'll be glad you did. Amsterdam is notorious for pick-pockets, so make sure to keep your money and passport on your body, not in you pant pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techboy Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 Here are some short articles by Rick Steves that might be helpful: Europe's Hostels Packing Light and Right Outsmarting Thieves Tourist Scams All of these and more can be found at Travel Tips. Italy Amsterdam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 My wife and I went to NY a couple of years ago and I wore a money belt. They're good. We're going to Peru in 3 weeks and the money belts will come out again. Put cash and credit cards in there and no one knows. Sad thing is, my wife says that in certain parts of Peru, I'll have to take my watch and wedding ring off. They'll rip earings right out of women's ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 the Mellow Yellow coffee shop :paranoid: http://www.coffeeshop.freeuk.com/Database/ShopsB/Mellow.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skns4life Posted February 26, 2008 Author Share Posted February 26, 2008 Thanks again everybody! Another question, where can I buy a money belt around here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGreenistheBest Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 Thanks again everybody! Another question, where can I buy a money belt around here? Any of those stores in malls that sell bags and travel accessories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techboy Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Thanks again everybody! Another question, where can I buy a money belt around here? We get our travel gear online, but have also bought stuff at REI. Make sure you spend a couple of extra bucks to get the silk-like one, the more plastic type can make you sweat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TampaSKINS Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 The Grasshopper Cafe in the dam right now! words cannot explain... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsfan07 Posted March 8, 2008 Share Posted March 8, 2008 in the dam right now! words cannot explain... Oh...............My.....................God Heaven does exist! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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