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This is a problem in most tourist spots but especially in Venice. St. Marks Square is a jumble of people and twisting streets. If someone grabs your wallet, purse or bag they would be gone before you knew what hit you.
Keep wallets in front pockets. Backpacks, purses, fannypacks, etc are invitations for those not so honest persons in the world. Don't hang bags, cameras, etc over a chair while you eat.
I don't want to sound like it is any worse than other crowded areas, just be vigilant so that you don't have a trip ruined by something that is avoidable. Leave a Comment
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While travelling on a overcrowded waterbus between Academia and Rialto my friends camera and purse were stolen while caught in a crowd rushing toward the embarcation ramps. When on a waterbus filled with people, very comon on rainy days, you will have to be very careful about your luggage or bags as many people will take advantage of a moments lapse in concentration. The reality is of course once something has been stolen you will likely never see it again.
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Italy in general is famous for its pickpockets. Keep your wallet in your front pocket. A purse that has a zipper and fits right under your arm is best. Look alert and aware. Also do not keep all your eggs in one basket. Passport one place, money in the other. Leave a Comment
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Our visit to Sorrento began with a train from the Naples Centrale Termini called the Circumvesuviana. This is a local train serving all of the southern suburbs of Naples on to Sorrento. It seemed so convenient. It was a mistake. We were warned to beware of thieves and pickpockets in Naples. What had not penetrated was the idea that the thieves size you up in Naples and follow you on the train to Sorrento. Somewhere on that train was a pickpocket waiting for me to debark in Sorrento and struggle with our baggage off the train. I believe it was then that he got his hand in my front pocket and stole my wallet. I did not notice the loss until we were in the taxi on the way to the hotel. You do not want to go through what followed and I will spare you all of it except to warn that you absolutely must call your credit card companies immediately. The thieves had six charges on my VISA within ½ hour of the theft. Fortunately, VISA and I have an understanding about my purchase patterns and all of the charges were refused.
Simple solution, take a taxi from the Naples train station. We did on the way out and it was the best 70 Euros I’ve spent.
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BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS when boarding boats or leaving, keep your wallet in your front trouser pocket.
DON'T CHECK YOUR POCKET WHEN YOU SEE THE BEWARE PICKPOCKET SIGNS
BECAUSE PICKPOCKETS WILL THEN KNOW WHERE YOU KEEP YOUR MONEY. Leave a Comment
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I don't think i have to warn you about the pickpocket situation in Venice, its a problem in most large cities and this one is no exeption, keep your vauables well hidden Leave a Comment
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Be contantly on the vigil as there are many highly skilled pickpockets, as with most touristy places. Leave a Comment
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Keep an eye on your valuables when you are in crowded, tight conditions. Put them into a waist pouch and not your pocket. Leave a Comment
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