• One of the most famous ways to protect yourself is to use a wallet with a chain.
• Always keep some cash folded up underneath the internal sole of your shoe.

Hey, everyone. It’s Shauna, the Without Bags, travel-crazy person. Today is Mardi Gras in New Orleans and I so wanted to be there, but I am here in Scottsdale, Arizona, where the weather has been crazy enough. We’ve had storms, hail, and sunshine. Today on Without Bags, we’re going to talk about how to travel safe when you’re traveling to a somewhat dangerous location. The parties at Mardi Gras down in New Orleans are absolutely insane; lots of people, which means high chances of pickpocketing.

One of the most famous ways to protect yourself is to use a wallet with a chain. Now, a really good pickpocket will still be able to steal. I remember a long time ago, probably 15–20 years, I was in Spain and I had a pickpocket steal a ring off of my finger. I didn’t even realize it until later when I was at dinner and I noticed that my ring was gone. Besides my ring, five or six other wallets, bracelets, jewelry, and many other things from the group of people I was with were taken.

So, start with a wallet with a chain. It’s definitely a great idea. For men, keep your wallet in your front pocket. Make sure that you’ve got your hands in your pocket. It’s going to be much harder to steal if it is in your pocket.

One of my favorite tips for just in case your wallet gets stolen is: Always keep some cash folded up underneath, inside your shoe; you can pull up the internal sole. I hope everybody is having fun!