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  • How to stay safe while traveling: A practical guide for 2026
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    How to stay safe while traveling: A practical guide for 2026

    Traveling puts you in unfamiliar environments where many things can go wrong. A stolen bag or a compromised digital account can quickly derail your trip. Many travelers assume safety means avoiding ri...

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    Sarah Kirton
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    05.26.2026
  • Is hotel Wi-Fi safe? What you should know and real-world risks
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    Is hotel Wi-Fi safe? What you should know and real-world risks

    Travelers commonly log into hotel Wi-Fi without giving a second thought to the potential security risks. Public sources of Wi-Fi, including at hotels, can be vulnerable to cyberattacks. This could exp...

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    Chené Murphy
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    05.26.2026
  • Is airport Wi-Fi safe? Avoid common scams in 2026
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    Is airport Wi-Fi safe? Avoid common scams in 2026

    When you’re stuck in an unexpected layover or need to book a ride to the hotel, connecting to the free airport Wi-Fi seems like the fastest solution. The truth is that public networks can put your d...

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    Ivana Shteriova
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    05.21.2026
  • 30+ common travel scams to watch out for abroad
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    30+ common travel scams to watch out for abroad

    Travel scams can be hard to spot. Scammers often operate out of sight, or greet you with a warm smile as they present an offer that sounds too good to miss. They take advantage of the fact that you’...

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    Aishah Mustapha
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    05.15.2026
  • Hotel safety tips: The ultimate guide in 2026
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    Hotel safety tips: The ultimate guide in 2026

    Staying in a hotel should feel relaxing and serve as a main highlight of your trip. But even the best properties can pose safety risks. It’s not just theft that can turn the perfect getaway into a s...

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    Sarah Kirton
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    05.12.2026
  • Is public Wi-Fi safe? The risks you need to know
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    Is public Wi-Fi safe? The risks you need to know

    Public Wi-Fi feels convenient, but it’s not always safe to use. The biggest problem with most public networks is that they use weak security or no encryption at all. Encryption protects the data tra...

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    Sarah Kirton
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    04.27.2026
  • Solo travel safety tips for worry-free adventures
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    Solo travel safety tips for worry-free adventures

    If you’re planning a solo trip to an unfamiliar destination, safety should be at the top of your mind. People traveling alone, especially women, are more likely to be targets for theft or harassment...

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    Ivana Shteriova
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    04.27.2026
  • Travel safety: Everything you need to know in 2026
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    Travel safety: Everything you need to know in 2026

    Every year, millions of Americans travel abroad, and the vast majority of their trips go smoothly. But those that don't can quickly turn expensive, stressful, or dangerous. Pickpockets, unfamiliar tra...

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    Lucca
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    04.23.2026
  • Emergency numbers around the world: Who to call in a crisis
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    Emergency numbers around the world: Who to call in a crisis

    If you’re traveling abroad, don’t assume your home country’s emergency number will work at your destination. Emergency systems vary around the world, and the number you rely on at home may not c...

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    Dawn Prevete
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    04.22.2026