The Clever Travel Companion Updates

Banding Together In Barcelona Against Pickpockets

Lately the news feeds have been flooded with reports on how pickpocket gangs are on the rise in Europe and tourists must be aware. It’s understandable...

Jun 12 2013
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Guest post: Backpacking Abroad, How to Save Money & Travel Well

In college, I constantly have to juggle many different things at once and you probably do the same. Every so often, I get the urge to...

May 31 2013
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5 Safety Tips to Keep Your Valuables at a Hostel

For some travelers, staying in hostels is a way of life when exploring new places. Hostels do serve as an excellent budget accommodation and allow travelers...

May 28 2013
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Little Hands Are Worth Big Money in Major European Cities

Pickpocket gangs are on the rise, but who is really doing the dirty work? Surely you’d like to believe that you would notice the shady character...

May 16 2013
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3 Ways to Insure Your Belongings While Abroad

When people think about insuring their items and baggage for a vacation abroad, the first thought is typically traditional travel insurance. While there is definitely validity...

Apr 19 2013
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How to stay safe on the road with the Clever Travel Companion's gear

When you travel with the Clever Travel Companion's underwear with pockets there is one important thing to keep in mind: Always keep some cash, a credit...

Apr 12 2013
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The 5 Keys to Safely Riding a Train in a Foreign Country

Whether you are just taking the train in from the airport or are ready to tackle the public transportation system first hand, you need to know...

Apr 01 2013
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Keeping Safe When Staying with Strangers

Budget travelers are often creative when it comes to sleeping arrangements. In order to keep costs down they may choose hostels with bedrooms that are like...

Dec 02 2012
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Trying Not to Look Like a Tourist

Being a tourist can sometimes put a big target on your back. There are people who make their entire living off scamming and pickpocketing travelers. Being...

Oct 15 2012
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Round - a - What? How to Conquer Roundabouts Abroad

Driving on a roundabout can be hard for Americans who are not used to them. While roundabouts are popular in many European countries they are not...

Sep 13 2012
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Travel Story: A Pickpocketing in Ireland

This is the story of Krista Gulbransen of San Francisco who was on vacation in Dublin with a friend who was visiting her father for the...

Aug 22 2012
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Great Pickpocket Info Links!

There are so many people with pickpocket stories to share. Also many of them share their best tips on how to avoid getting in their situation....

May 28 2012
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