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After the event in Rome, when I was about to run out of documents and money, I started to pay more attention to the issues related to my own safety and the luggage I travel with. If I had done more than that I would have avoided some unpleasant situations that I have gone through over time. But it was good because those situations made me more vigilant. From my own experience, I come today with some tips for safe travel.

Don't go without insurance

I never went on the "it won't happen to me" principle, so I always traveled with medical insurance. Be cautious when you go out and make sure. If you leave with hold luggage in which you know you have valuables, make insurance for it too. It's unpleasant to reach your destination without the trolley you left with, and in case of loss or delay, you can receive compensation. If you are planning a long vacation ahead, for example in the summer for New Year's Eve, consider reversal insurance. So many months can happen. Reversal insurance covers, among other things, aspects related to the cancellation or interruption of the trip.

Take care of your luggage

Apart from insurance, you can personalize your hold luggage so that when you arrive at the destination and you have to pick it up, do not confuse it with another, you or someone else. If your trolley has a dark color and a slightly confusing shape, you can tie a colored ribbon or stick a sticker on it. It would not be wrong to put a lock to him, for any eventuality.

Keep money, cards, and deeds in safe places

One of the most important tips for safe travel is this: Take care of documents and money!
Until I went to Rome I didn't think about another place where I could keep my money and documents, apart from my wallet. And the wallet was to stay elsewhere if not in the backpack? But when you pack your backpack and you're in a crowd, things can happen that will ruin your mood or even ruin your vacation. I wrote here about how I was about to run out of paper and money at a subway station in Rome. brixton to gatwick taxi

In order not to get into this situation, think of a safer alternative than the wallet. For me, the alternative was a leather bag around the waist, which I later bought from the Decathlon. I still carry it and thank me.

And regarding the documents, make backups that you are trying to keep elsewhere, not in the same place as the original documents.

Stay in a good area

Personally, I prefer accommodation in the city center, even if they are more expensive. They offer easy access to tourist areas and exempt you from the care of public transport. But most importantly, it often gives you greater security. You can safely wander at night, and the return route to the hotel is no longer a problem.

Therefore, inform yourself before choosing your accommodation area and put a price on your safety and those you travel with!

Choose carefully the restaurants you eat

For this advice, it is good to take into account all your trips, but especially in the ones, you do in the hot season. Then it is the period when the preparations go very quickly, and if you are not careful, you can pro corp yourself with food poisoning of all beauty. If you do not want to stay in the room while others are jogging or visiting the city, open your eyes. Find out which are the best restaurants in your area, read the reviews of the people who served there and carefully choose your dishes.

Be careful and what you buy on the street and take into account the conditions under which the respective products are prepared and kept.

Take your first aid kit with you

Whether it is in the form of a box, bag or even a plastic bag, the first aid mini-kit should not be missing from your luggage. Put some anti-inflammatory, soothing or some digestion medication in there. You do not know how to get a headache, teeth, tummy or cold in the cold season. Otherwise, it is good for the kit to come with the health insurance I told you in the beginning. Especially if you know that you suffer from certain conditions that can sometimes get worse during your trip.

Leave valuables at home

Your favorite jewelry, expensive watches or gadgets are better to stay home. As a tourist, you will go to crowded places that you do not know and do not want to attract too much attention. Everywhere there are people whose basic occupation is theft and I don't think you want to be one of the victims.
I used to travel all the time with my laptop to have a place to download the photos. But now I leave it at home because I have found another solution - I take more SDs. This way I no longer look after the laptop, and the luggage is easier.

And something else ... when you go to the restaurant, try not to get your camera and phones on the table. I know you're eager to see how the pictures turned out, but it's better to wait until home. You don't know-how, in a few seconds of inattention, you can run out of them.

Don't miss the return flight

Yes, I know! There is always something to see or do! But think there will be more opportunities. Try to get to the airport on time so you can board and keep beautiful memories of your journey back. How do you do that?

There are several ways to order an Equator taxi. Call our service at the telephone number indicated on the website or leave your number, on which the dispatcher will call you back in 30 seconds. In addition, you can send a request through a special form on the website or use the mobile application, and you can download it from our web resource.

• Is it profitable to order a taxi through the smartphone application?

When ordering the Equator taxi through the mobile application installed on your smartphone, you get a 5% discount on the trip. If I request a taxi online through the site, will the dispatcher call me back?

The taxi operator "Equator" will call you to clarify the details of the trip and get more information on your application. As soon as it is issued, an SMS message will be sent to your phone number, which will indicate the time and route. The message is a kind of confirmation that your order has been accepted for execution.

• How long will I have to wait for a taxi?

The waiting time will mainly depend on the number of free cars and the current situation on the roads of your area. As a rule, the Equator taxi arrives at the indicated address in 15-20 minutes. after receipt of the application. However, we recommend that you do not forget about possible traffic jams, especially during peak hours, and book a car in advance: if you place a reservation, a taxi will arrive at the exact time indicated. In the evening, on pre-holiday and public holidays, the waiting time may increase to 45 minutes. Best airport transfers london

• Can I cancel a taxi if my plans have changed?

Yes, you can cancel your application, but you need to do this in advance and do not wait for the car to arrive. In the case when the taxi has arrived and you change your mind to go, you will have to pay for the delivery of the vehicle.

2. COST AND PAYMENT OF THE TRIP

To find out the exact cost of an Equator taxi ride, you need to contact the service dispatcher by calling the round-the-clock number +7 (495) 151-08-06. The operator will calculate the price, will orient according to the length of the path and time spent on the road. You can calculate the fare for a taxi yourself when placing an order online through the form on the website.

• Are the prices on the website calculated for the entire trip or for the passage of only one passenger?
The cost of the Equator taxi is calculated for the entire trip, and it is not determined by the number of passengers.

• Why is a taxi on the same route on different days different?

The fare is calculated by a computer program that takes into account the length of the route, road conditions, seasonality, as well as the time of day. In bad weather, in difficult situations on the road, for example, a major accident, during rush hour, holidays, the price will differ from the rates that are set on other days.

• Can the price of a trip change after arriving at my destination?

When placing an order, the dispatcher will indicate to you the exact amount, which will remain unchanged. If during the journey you decide to change the route, the driver will call the operator and the price of the trip will be recalculated with you.

• How much does it cost to order a taxi at night?

In the taxi "Equator", the night tariff does not differ at all from day one.

• Can I pay for a taxi by credit card?

If we are tempted to pick up the phone after receiving a notification or if we need to verify our GPS because we are lost, each of these actions has the potential to result in a serious accident. So what can we all do behind the wheel to avoid distracted driving?

Here are ten tips:

1. Make a driving playlist. Changing the music on your phone is driving distracted, especially if you are looking for the song you want to listen to in the music library. The best way to avoid this type of distracted driving is to have a preset driving playlist on your phone. Put songs that you know you want to hear in traffic. According to AARP, many music streaming services allow you to preset your favorites so you don't have to play with your phone while driving.
2. Place your pets on carriers. Making your dog or cat decide to run under the accelerator in the middle of a cross-country adventure is never safe. Find a pet carrier that will keep your pet comfortable and avoid dangerous or fatal situations.
3. Do not drink or eat while driving. Needless to say, but even if you feel you can drink your coffee and drive, try cleaning an accidental spill at 55 miles per hour. taxi to stansted