P.S

Lori, when you were talking about your son's jacket busting - DUCK TAPE came to mind. Surely, you being an experienced traveler must carry duck tape with you! (giggles)

Traveling safety:

When we have traveled in Europe or other "big cities" in the U.S.... I have never traveled with a purse OR a back pack. We were taught that it makes one a "traveling target". I put my money and my credit card in my front pocket, and I put my hand in my pocket when I am around crowds of people! (or, on other occasions, have put my purse UNDER my coat.) (bulky, but safe)

D.

My husband and I have never been ripped off (by the grace of God).