There is a great deal of poverty in our country and as in other countries there are a few basic precautions that you should take to ensure that your stay is as pleasant and safe as possible.

At your hotel:

- Never leave your luggage unattended.
- Store valuables in the hotel's safety deposit box.
- Keep your room locked, whether you are in it or out.
- Check who is at your door before opening it.
- Hand your keys into reception whenever leaving the hotel.

In the street:

- Avoid displaying expensive jewelry, cameras and valuables.
- Do not carry large sums of money.
- Keep away from dark, isolated areas at night.
- It is better to be in groups and stick to busy well lit streets.
- Plan your route.
- Call a taxi from your hotel.

In your car:

- Plan your route in advance.
- Lock the doors and close the windows.
- Lock valuable items in the boot (trunk).
- Park in well lit areas at night.
- Never pick up strangers.
- If in doubt about your safety phone the police or drive to the nearest police
station.