THEFT PREVENTION Archives

This summer, safeguard your checked luggage with essential tips from travel expert Christopher Elliott. Discover strategies to prevent theft, such as using TSA-approved locks, tracking devices, and smart packing techniques. Learn how to report pilfered luggage promptly and consider alternative luggage services to ensure your belongings arrive safely.

Pro tips for keeping your checked luggage safe when you fly this summer

November 24, 2025May 17, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Eamonn Turley lost his laptop charger and designer sunglasses on a recent flight from Dublin to New York.

Barbara Glavish thought her valuables were secure on a trip to Kuala Lumpur, thanks to a slash-proof handbag. When two thieves tried to snatch her purse, they were in for a surprise—the bag didn't budge. With pickpocketing on the rise in popular tourist destinations, experts recommend being vigilant and taking extra precautions to protect your belongings. Whether it's using a money belt, specialized travel clothing, or other secure options, keeping your valuables safe is more important than ever when you travel. Don't become a target—take action now.

Pro tips for keeping your valuables safe when you travel

October 19, 2024September 21, 2024 by Christopher Elliott

Barbara Glavish didn’t worry about keeping her belongings safe on a recent trip to Kuala Lumpur. That’s because she was carrying a slash-proof handbag, “so I could worry less about getting robbed,” she says.

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