The most important and the foremost step for traveler while visiting any country is choosing an accommodation because accommodation is the only place that could make one feel at home. Whilst keeping in mind and considering one’s safety helps you choose a perfect place for a safe and prosperous journey.

While selecting a hotel and making use of it, traveler should consider the following tips:

• Small hotels, bed and breakfasts as well as home stay exchange networks make ideal accommodation choices. Generally, home stay size allows for caring, personal attention and are usually run by females or families.
• Accommodation selected should be on a well trafficked street with busy neighbors (restaurants, late night food stores etc.).
• Hotel selected should have a small lobby reception and concierge desk near the front door and/or the elevators.
• Whether at a hotel, hostel or bed & breakfast, you should always ask to see the room before you take it. Is it clean enough? Does the door lock properly? Does the room door have double lock system? Does it feel safe?
• In the hotel, there should be a privacy space between guest checking in and guests waiting.
• Room numbers should be written on key envelope but not mentioned aloud as others within hearing distance may try to call you or gain access to your room with this information.

• You should choose a room close to the elevator and away from exits as stairwells may allow trouble-makers to hide and to come and go undetected.
• Amenities like parking and a gym should have attendants at times and should be well lit and secured at all time.
• You should never open your door to anyone without taking the necessary precautions. Even if your caller claims to be part of the staff, you should always check with the front desk to verify the need to gain entry.
• You may place the “Do Not Disturb” sign on your door to discourage anyone from entering your room while you are away.
• Always lock up all your valuables in the safe and larger items in your suitcase (computers for instance) before leaving the room unattended.
• If it’s very late and you’re alone, go to the front desk and ask security to walk you to your room.
• When going out of the hotel, carry your passport, plane ticket, traveler’s checks and cash in a concealed money belt worn around the waist.
• Always travel with a small, high-powered flashlight in your briefcase when you’re out, and on your bedside table at night for emergencies.
• Be aware of your surroundings (people, cars, doorways, stairwells, etc.) and have a plan in case you get into a dangerous situation.
• You should always be proactive, not reactive.