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[Security and travel].

L Loutan1, L Paredes, Y Jackson

  • 1Service de médecine internationale et humanitaire, Département de médecine communautaire et de premier recours, HUG, Genève. louis.loutan@hcuge.ch

Revue Medicale Suisse
|June 20, 2008
PubMed
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Travelers face crime fears due to media reports, but research indicates risks are often lower abroad, especially in cities. Common incidents include petty theft and car break-ins, manageable with situational awareness and respect for local customs.

Area of Science:

  • Criminology
  • Travel Safety Research

Context:

  • Media extensively covers international travel crime, fueling traveler anxiety.
  • Limited empirical data on travel-related risks contributes to subjective perceptions.

Purpose:

  • To quantify the actual risks of crime and aggression faced by international travelers.
  • To provide evidence-based insights to counter prevalent fears and misconceptions.

Summary:

  • A survey in Geneva, Lausanne, and Lyon revealed lower incident rates outside Europe, particularly in urban areas.
  • Common crimes included baggage theft and street-level theft during daytime.
  • In Europe, car break-ins were the most frequent type of crime.

Impact:

  • Offers a more objective understanding of travel risks, reducing undue fear.

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  • Provides practical safety recommendations for travelers, such as maintaining situational awareness and respecting local cultures.