1) A small zip-lock plastic baggy makes a great "rain proof" case for a digital camera. Tuck one in your bag in case you are caught by an unexpected rain storm. One time, I left my hotel in perfect sunshine, but got caught in afternoon thunderstorm. I was completely soaked through, but my camera (and the precious pictures) were kept safely dry inside the baggy.

2) If a tout approaches you on the street in Asia trying to sell you a tour or something you don't need, respond to them in Spanish. (Even a few words will do the trick). They seem to know English, Russian, German, and their local language, but NO Spanish. They will leave you alone very quickly, and it is a polite way to get rid of these pesky characters.

One of my "little bit here, little bit there" techniques is to slip some emergency cash (often US$20-50) beneath the insole of my shoe for ultra safe-keeping. The bill stays neatly-kept and undetectable (by me or would-be thieves). If everything else manages to get stolen, I still have enough money to get a cab ride, food, and/or a cheap night's lodging.

Purchase luggage from the Victorinox Werks Traveler™ 2.0 Collection and receive 20% off.  Close-out prices available while supplies last.

Happy Holidays from Landmark Luggage & Gifts and Passport Luggage & Gifts.  We wish everyone safe travels.  We look forward to serving and helping our customers in 2008!

Landmark Luggage & Gifts article featured in The Des Moines Register:

By PATT JOHNSON • REGISTER BUSINESS WRITER • December 21, 2007

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