Tourists are prime targets for criminals. Busy airports, hotels, and tourist sites give thieves perfect cover to steal money, identity data, and belongings. Here’s how they do it — and how to stay safe.
Common risks abroad
- Pickpocketing in crowded transport hubs.
- RFID skimming of passports and credit cards in airports and hotels.
- Lost luggage in taxis, buses, or hotel lobbies.
- Distraction scams where one person diverts your attention while another steals valuables.
Why it matters in 2025
- International travel is booming again, and opportunistic crime has risen with it.
- Passports contain sensitive identity data that can be silently copied with RFID skimmers.
- Losing a passport abroad can mean cancelled flights and long embassy waits.
How to protect yourself
- Shield your passport. Use Skimguard Passport Sleeve or Passport Traka.
- Track your luggage and keys. Travel Traka links to Apple/Google Find My for instant tracking.
- Stay aware. Keep bags zipped, use hotel safes, and avoid leaving valuables unattended.
Skimguard solution pointer
For passport security → Passport Sleeve (RFID only) or Passport Traka (RFID + tracking). Pair with Travel Traka for luggage and keys.
