Risky Business

Traveling by air is full of inherent risks. It's never prudent to pack (or in some cases, even take along) expensive items or belongings that are hard or impossible to replace. Any valuables that you choose to take with you should be kept in your carry-on baggage. These valuables might include prescriptions, travel documents, cash and jewelry. Many mail order catalogs and retail travel stores offer numerous products such as money belts that you can use to conceal valuables.

If the nature of your travel demands that you routinely take expensive jewelry and clothing or equipment, be sure you cover their replacement value under an insurance policy purchased in addition to the automatic, limited coverage provided by the airlines. Check with your own insurance company for this protection or buy excess valuation coverage on the spot at the ticket counter

Most importantly, be inconspicuous. Dress casually and leave the Rolex at home. Make an effort to blend in with the crowd and you'll be invisible to those that would like to separate you from your valuables.