When traveling with valuables such as jewelry, medicine, or important documents, it’s essential to take extra precautions to protect them. Here are some key tips to ensure their safety:
1. Keep Valuables in Your Hand Baggage – Always carry valuables like jewelry and precious documents in your hand baggage. Do not place them in checked baggage. If needed, ask security officers to screen you and your valuables privately to maintain privacy and security.
2. Document Your Items – Before traveling, make a visual inventory of the valuable items you’re taking with you. This will help if you need to file a police report or prove ownership in case of loss.
3. Alert Officials, If Necessary – If your insurance company requires you to notify them about your travel plans, make sure to do so before departing. Additionally, if you are traveling internationally, remember that you must report any goods valued at USD $10,000 or more to US Customs.
4. Know When to Not Wear Valuable Items – While it’s safest to keep your valuables in sight, consider avoiding wearing jewelry during certain activities. If you do travel with valuable items, consider when and where it is appropriate to wear them, especially when traveling in unfamiliar areas.
5. Store Valuables Safely at Your Hotel – Never leave valuables, such as jewelry, out in the open in your hotel room—even inside your luggage. If you’re not wearing them, ask the hotel if they have a safe for you to use. Typically, the hotel safe (rather than an in-room safe) offers better security.
6. Conceal, Don’t Reveal – If you’re in an unfamiliar or less safe area, try to conceal your expensive items. Avoid drawing attention to them, especially by not posting pictures on social media showing your jewelry or other valuables. The less attention you attract, the safer you’ll be.
7. Appraise and Insure Your Valuables – Ensure that your valuables are insured, especially if you’re traveling internationally. Check if your insurance covers worldwide travel and whether it includes jewelry and other valuables. Make sure you are aware of your policy’s limitations and ensure you’re fully covered for common causes of loss. It’s also wise to update any appraisals before you leave.
Please note that it is your responsibility to look after your belongings while traveling. Crystal Travel & Tours cannot be held liable for any lost, stolen, or damaged items during your trip. While we make every effort to ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience, it’s important to take proactive steps to safeguard your personal items.
