Run away from revelry in security. What to do to assure your rest? While millions of foreign turists and Brazilians go to cities as Recife, Salvador, and Rio to enjoy Carnival, another part of people from these cities tries to escape from all the excitement of Carnival. If you are the kind of people who just wants to relax, you should be careful about some things, even before leaving home. Before traveling Do not make any comments about you trip close to people you do not know. Just tell a confident neighbor about it, and get in touch with him/her while you are away. It’s important not to make seem your house is abandoned. Cancel the handling of newspapers or magazines, avoid using a lock on the gates, and switch the bell and lights off. Mapping the spot Ask some information about the place as you arrive there. Maps and guide books are always welcome. Be aware of the most dangerous areas, exits of the city and where they are going to. It is also important to have in hand some phone numbers of some places as police stations and hospitals. Hotel Keep your valuable belonging in the safe of the hotel. Keep your bedroom locked and do not open doors without identifying the visitor. Refuse any kind of service you have not asked for and let the manager know about it right away. On streets Avoid walking through deserted areas, villages, lanes, principally at night. Avoid carrying money, jewels and other valuable objects that may draw thieves’ attention. It is a good idea to travel in groups rather than alone. Choosing a cab Use cabs that belong to specialized companies and call them on the last minutes. Avoid taking the ones which are out of their spot. Take a note of their license plate numbers.