While on vacation, you don't want to become a victim of crime. Here are a few prevention methods to keep you and your family safe. When traveling with children, make sure they know how to use the phone to get help in case of an emergency. Teach them how to dial 9-1-1 and the operator. When you arrive at your destination, locate the nearest Emergency Room or Urgent Care facility, just in case Keep your room key hidden from sight. Avoid taking your key out in restaurants and in other public places where it can be seen and stolen. Carry your purse close to your body, not dangling by the straps. Put your wallet in an inside coat or front pants pocket. Pack as lightly as you can. Heavy luggage will slow you down and make you more vulnerable to pickpockets and thieves. Remember that thieves seem to target expensive, designer luggage more than less conspicuous lower priced kinds. When using your credit card, be sure to get a receipt, and in the event there is a piece of carbon paper, tear that up personally or put it in your purse for later disposal.