7 Items To Buy That Protect Your Travel Money (and 5 That Don’t)

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Even though most incidents of pickpocketing are not reported, its not uncommon to hear of this crime.

Here are seven items to buy that protect your travel money and five that dont.

The Broke Backpackerrecommends investing in a secret security belt for your cash.

You dont want to make it obvious to thieves that youre carrying cash around in aclearly visible money belt.

Combining a secret money belt and hidden pockets will help you secure your cash on the road.

It will be difficult for a thief to make a run at dig that deep to steal your cash.

They may not have enough space for everything, but you could leave some cash in there.

The goal is to not make it obvious that youre holding money in there.

Some are made with no underwire, wide shoulder straps and flat seams, making them comfortable to wear.

You dont want your trip ruined because you lost a decent amount of money while exploring.

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This is why its important that you take the steps upfront to protect your cash and other valuables.