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Top 10 Travel Safety Items and Accessories

By Bonnie Hamre, About.com

These suggested travel accessories will help make your travel planning more secure, and thus enjoyable. With luggage tags to hidden money belts and document cases, you'll travel with confidence and comfort.

1. Eagle Creek All Terrain Money Belt

Looks like a regular belt, works like a regular belt, but ahait has a secret zippered compartment for folded up bills and other things you want to keep hidden. Available In: Black Palm Rapid Features Hidden zippered security pocket safely conceals currency Adjustable, quick release, slim cam-style buckle One size fits all Dimensions: 1.3 x 42 / 3 x 107 cm Weight: 4 oz. / 0.10 kg Fabric: Nylon Webbing, Nylon Buckle
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2. Eagle Creek UnderCover™ Silk Money Belt

Natural, machine washable 100% silk fabric. Silk breathes naturally, wicks moisture and dries more quickly than cotton. Strong and durable, with a greater tencile strength than steel. Clear PVC protective insert. Single zippered pocket for travel documents Soft adjustable elastic waist belt.
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3. L.L.Bean Passport Organizer

Be prepared for airport check-in and security with this convenient neck wallet. Compact trifold design has internal zippered pockets for money and credit cards, as well as external sleeve for boarding.
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4. TSA Approved Search Alert Combination Travel Lock

This re-settable combination lock offers two unique innovations in luggage security. SearchAlert can be opened with a device used by the Transportation Security Administration to avoid having your locks cut off your bag during security screenings. The locks also have a security window that changes color when override devices are used. This feature alerts you in the case that a security agent has searched your bag and not left you the proper documentation. If this lock is ever cut off by a Transportation Security Administration agent, we?ll replace it free.
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5. L.L.Bean TSA Lock with Address Label Set of 2

Secure and identify your checked luggage with this TSA-accepted travel lock. Three-digit keyless combination lock allows baggage screeners to inspect and then safely relock your bag or pack.
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6. Door Travel Alarm

Simply turn on the alarm and place the thin edge of the wedge shape doorstop against your door. Anyone attempting to open the door will activate a loud 120 decibel alarm. Door alarm includes an on/off switch and a sensitivity adjustment. Uses 9-volt battery (not included).

7. Zelco Lock-Up Travel Door Lock

The take-along door lock for ultimate security in hotel rooms, dorms and bedrooms. Lock up for the night and sleep without fear of intruders. It's simple to install (takes seconds), and, with its quick release lever, it comes off even quicker than it goes on both right and left hand doors. When installed, lockup cannot be dislodged, or tampered with, by anyone attempting to break into the room, and Lockup makes it infinitely more difficult for any hostile person to physically break down the door. Storage pouch (included) makes it an easy traveling companion. COlor: Black Dimensions: 177 x 50 x 19mm.
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8. Eagle Creek Pack-It Sac Large 14

The Pack-It Sacs are the best for organizing smaller items while traveling, backpacking, or for everyday use.
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9. Safe Sheet By Austin House

Reversable satin poplin sleeping sheet for unsavoury hotel beds. Opens and closes easily with zipper down one side. Pocket holds standard sized pillow. Machine wash in cold water on gentle cycle. Hang to dry 89" x 43".

10. Sharper Image Inova X5 Tactical LED Floodlight Flashlight

The Inova? X5? tactical LED floodlight delivers unrivaled power and versatility in a sleek durable body just 4 3/4" long by 1" diameter. The five lifetime LED bulbs recessed into the X5's patented stainless steel head project high-quality, wavelength-specific light up to 120 feet and are powered by best-available CR123A lithium batteries that generate more than 20 hours of light. One-handed control is easy via the switch cap or non-slip button. A carrying case and lanyard opening enable owners to keep the super-versatile X5 perfectly accessible for the situation at hand. Limited lifetime warranty.
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