Although travel isn’t inherently dangerous, the mere fact of going to places unknown does mean additional safeguards are in order. Unknown streets, different languages, unfamiliar landmarks and any location where absolutely everyone is a stranger demands that you keep a close watch on your children.
Everyone knows that certain things are common sense if you’re going away — Stop the newspapers, hold the mail, time the lights, set an alarm if you have one, get someone to mow the lawn or shovel, ask a neighbor to look over once in a while, or a friend to stop by. There are lots of old common-sense initiatives you can take to make your home less vulnerable to thieves while you’re not there, and there are some that can invite thieves in — My Space, Facebook and Twitter and the like.
