Report about traveling

Preface

The travelling is a far concept. On this case we have the travelling in the holidays. With the development of the traffic also runs the development of the travelling. Almost all people travel. One do not travel because they have no money. Germans have money and may travel, this is why they travel mostly. Slovaks have little money, but they may already travel. And we also want it. There are a lot of reasons for travelling: we must do aan official travel, we want to rest or to us recover, get to know new countries, customs or people, earn money, visit places of interest and also young people want to find new friends and improve her linguistic profficiency.

Sometimes one travels because he is not contented with the political situation in his residence. This traveling is called an emigration. One goes where he can fulfil the purpose his trip. If one wants to rest, go one by the sea or iin the mountains.

Somebody may lay on the beach and sun. Somebody likes skiing in the mountains. If one wants to visit places of interest, he goes in historical towns. There he can admire historical churches,cathedrals and visit museums.

Families mmostly go by bus or by car because by airplane it is too expensive. But by airplane it is very comfortable and safe.

If we come where we want, we must search lodging. People can spend the night at the hotel , motel, at relatives, or also in the tent. If we furnish everything urgently, finally, we can enjoy the life: we can swim, sunbathe, walk on the beach.

All gladly travel because the traveling opens new horizons.

Thieves Target Distracted Flyers

If you plan on traveling through any local airport in the coming days or weeks, keep this in mind: Thieves are looking for you.

Police say it is very easy to get ripped off if you’re not watching. They say the thieves oonly need a few seconds to spot a person who is not paying attention to their bags and take what they want. Officers call them „distraction thieves“ — people who wait for you to ignore your bags and then swipe them.

Are Your Checked Bags Safe From Thieves?

Anytime you have a large amount of people together in one place, there’s always the potential for people to try and come here and take advantage of that.

Aside from uniformed officers, undercover ccops and those watching through surveillance cameras have been planting decoy bags as bait. Officers said thieves can grab your bag in the time it takes for you to make a quick phone call. Investigators said the newstand is another popular spot to snag bags from distracted travelers.

Experienced travelers say they see too many other passengers as easy targets. „(They are worried about) where their tickets or their passports are. I think the last thing on their minds is where the bags are at that time,“ said passenger Darren Sullivan.

Remember this simple advice when you fly: Keep those bags in hand or nearby or under your own watchful eye.

How can I avoid being the victim of a pickpocket?

· Don’t travel in narrow alleys or poorly lit streets.

· When possible, avoid having crowds of people surrounding you.

· Carry a dummy wallet and put your money in your front pocket.

· Place a rubber band around your wallet, it will make it much more difficult to remove from your pocket without your knowledge.

· Carry your purse under your arm.

· Carry your money under your clothes.

Safe Travel

How can I protect my safety while traveling abroad?

Do the research so you’ll know the particular rrisks you face.

Know the local laws and abide by them.

Register your whereabouts with the U.S. Embassy if you are staying longer than two weeks or are in a particularly dangerous area.

Dress conservatively and try to blend in. If you are in an area with groups of people hostile to the United States, and there are many, avoid clothing or other items that openly label you as a U.S. citizen. You might be safer if they think you are a Canadian.

Take care when choosing your hotel and transportation providers.

If you haven’t left your valuables at home, leave them in your hotel’s safe.

Don’t draw attention to yourself, avoid wearing flashy jewelry and don’t display large amounts of cash. Carry only enough cash to make it through the day and leave the rest in the hotel’s safe.

Avoid travelling alone.

Be careful about sharing your travelling plans with strangers.

Stick to the main roads and avoid taking shortcuts down narrow alleys and/or poorly lit streets.

Always be aware of what is going on around you.

Only use taxis, tours and other transportation services with official markings. Only select transportation from official pickup points at transportation hubs.

Be vvery careful if you are asked to sell or part with your personal items. Many countries have restrictions on items foreigners can sell or give away and you can get into serious trouble for violating those laws.

Never accept gifts or packages from unknown parties.

Don’t accept items from locals to carry out of the country and deliver or mail to someone they know.

Approach any „special deals“ with caution, especially if you have to go off the beaten path to get them.

Know the laws about exchanging money. Only use official exchange facilities since this is another area that can get you into trouble fast.

Travel and Pets

Travelling with pets

When travelling with pets in extremely hot weather: Check out the air conditioning unit in your car for functionality before travelling. Use a fan that plugs into the cigarette lighter as well. Place ice cubes into a sealed plastic bag and tie it in front of the duct of the air conditioner, passing the cool air over the ice – makes a swamp cooler affect. Use freezer blocks – place a large freezer block under your pet, with a sheet between the block and pet. Check to make sure your

pet isn’t shivering – just comfortable from the blocks. It goes without saying, to keep plenty of fresh, cool drinking water available for your pet at all times. Also apply sunshades to back windows and the tailgate window (the kind you can see out of to drive safely).

Before you go, gather information regarding veterinarians in the area of your destination:

· Ask your own vet if s/he has any associates in the area.

· Check with members of newsgroups on the wweb for vets who are trusted and low cost. Rescue groups often have this information, and many are very involved with newsgroups.

· Check on hours of availability. You may need to have two names handy, one for normal hours, and one for after hours emergencies.

· Keep the address and phone number of the vets you’ve found with your vaccination records.

· This may be a good time to obtain medical insurance for your companion animal.

Animals can very well suffer jet llag. Basically, it works the same as it does with humans. Keep your pets active and in the sunlight, keep habits the same, and don’t allow them to oversleep.

Long international flights can be as hard on your dog as tthey are on you. If you have long layovers (more than two hours) think about checking your pet to that destination and picking it up. Many European airports allow you to walk about with your pet on a leash – so it’s a nice break for the dog to get out and walk and be with you. Take a care kit in your carry on – bottled tap water from your home, baby wipes (good for accidents or when something „comes up“ – they are non- toxic and leave a nice smell behind), a small brush for drool mats, and a cookie or treat. Place a shirt or some socks that have been well worn by you (i.e. odiferous) in yyour pet’s carrier. It’s a big comfort. If you’ll be staying overseas for a while, try to stick to your routine as much as possible. Keep walks on the same schedule. Find food that’s as similar as possible to what your pet eats at home. Take advantage of the fact that many establishments allow (well-behaved) dogs inside. Most of all, travelling with your pet can be a pleasant experience for you and your pet if you remember to PLAN AHEAD!! DDon’t buy your carrier or plane tickets at the last minute. Call the airlines and get SPECIFIC information about requirements AND charges. Not all airlines charge the same amount for the same size dog and costs can be high. And certainly, gauge your travel plans on your pet’s needs and personality.

It is important that your pet has ID tags with our home number and address on them at all times. If your pet should get loose these tags give your current location.

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