Keep your money, credit cards and passport safe with my favorite travel accessories. The undercover neck pouch is worn around your neck and then tucked into your shirt. Usually made of nylon or silk, this pouch is rather comfortable and fits without bringing attention as long as it’s not too stuffed. The adjustable strap allows for comfort fitting based on preference. To avoid any chance of forgetting important items, I move into the pouch the night before my trip. It’s easy to access needed identification for the airports and easily removable to tuck into my bag once on the plane. Eagle Creek makes one I recommend for several reasons:

• Side vertical zipper slot long enough to hold any cash/currency notes and traveler’s checks.
• Fold over flap with velcro closure and top zipper. Inside the small zipper slot, I can store my credit cards and hotel business cards
• Under the velcro flap, slip in slot for my passport.
• Behind this slot, a full length slot where I store any other important documents, usually back-up US currency.

Once in India, I switch my money, passport and credit cards into a waist wallet. Once again made of nylon for comfort, this wallet comes with two different color loops which slip over your belt. The different loops are meant to blend in better with any color belt you might wear. Once attached to your belt, the wallet is tucked into your pants or front pockets. I prefer tucking into my waist as it deters an opportunity for someone to quickly come up and slice the loop if sticking out of your pocket. This wallet has just enough room to hold any size currency and several credit cards or business card size items. A passport will fit but not as comfortably.

Although I have not run into theft issues thus far, being prepared is still important. These wallet/pouches roll up or fold easily allowing them to be stored into any bag no matter how tight room might be. Magellans.com has a large selection of travel pouches both for the neck and waist. Both styles are offered in tan and black. Leave your wallet or purse at home by giving these a try.