Top 5 safety tips for 2010 world cup South African travel

At present, thousands upon thousands football fans and visitors have gone to South African, the country where the world cup being hosted. So it is exceedingly important for football fans and foreign visitors to be beware of different kinds of dangers and risks. Then I will give 5 suggestions on safety during world cup in South African.

Tip1 asking for directions

Since you are not quite familiar with the local way, it is necessary for you to stop and ask for directions. You had better stop at a restaurant, gas station, or store to ensure that you are given the right directions. Please keep it in mind that it is unwise to trust anyone.

Tip2 being careful when walking

You have to keep your eyes open and look around at times to ensure safety of your property when walking in a crowed street. And if you're in groups (which is a wise idea, even during the day), stay close together and make sure that no one gets separated.

Tip3 no carrying too much money

It is usually not safe to carry large sums of cash, cameras or video cameras in your hand and to leave belongings unattended. What is more, you should not allow strangers to help you in any way when withdrawing money at ATMs.

Tip4 being bewaring of beggars.

There are a large numbers of beggars in South African, and some pretended to be beggars. In fact, they intended to rob your money of you. If you wish to do something good, you had better give food, or donate your money to a registered charity.

Tip5 watching out when driving

It is necessary for you to watch out when driving, especially for women. So keep the windows of your car closed and the doors locked all the time when you are going through towns and stopping at traffic lights.

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