Tips for taking it with you
Summer officially kicked off last week and, with it, many of us are hitting the roads and runways in search of some well deserved R&R (including me!). As you consider what accessories to take on your travels, Jewelers Mutual Insurance offers a few tips for protecting your jewelry:
Carry on
If you’re flying, never pack any valuables in your checked luggage. Never. Ever. Pack the jewelry you’re taking with you in your carry-on bag or wear it.
Crowd control
Whether your travels include a visit to a must-see tourist hotspot or a colorful open-air market, crowded areas can be alluring to thieves. Consider turning any prominent gemstones on your ring toward the palm of your hand. Similarly, tuck a dangling pendant inside your blouse or shirt.
No need to attract unwanted attention that might make you a target for theft.
Water wisdom
Don’t wear your jewelry to the pool or beach. Fingers constrict when they’re cold, and rings can easily slip off in the water. (I can personally attest to this. It happened to my husband after we went snorkeling.)
Play it safe
Leaving your jewelry at your hotel is better than taking it to the beach-however, don’t leave it unattended in your room. Rather, place it in the in-room safe or, if there is none, ask the front desk to hold it in the hotel safe.
Wide open spaces
Don’t remove your jewelry in public places. It’s best to leave it on when washing your hands in a public restroom, trying on that expensive lotion at a boutique, or applying sunscreen before a stroll downtown.
Tennis, anyone?
If you’re the sporting type, bear in mind that luxury watches and bracelet clasps weren’t meant for the court. Consider leaving them in your in-room safe.
Make sure it’s insured
Finally, make sure your jewelry is properly insured before you begin your trip. Consider a policy that covers theft, accidental loss, and mysterious disappearance, such as the Personal Jewelry Insurance policy with Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company. Check them out at InsureYourJewelry.com. Also, make sure your coverage will travel with you!
Guest blogger, Layna Shuppert is a regular contributor to Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company’s blog, The Jewelry Box, and has written about jewelry security for more than six years. With the tips she’s learned, she hopes never again to lose a piece of jewelry. (Her keys, however, are a different story!) Visit The Jewelry Box for more advice about how to keep your jewelry safe.
