Travel Safety & Security

Travel with Confidence & Privacy

Learn essential techniques to detect hidden cameras, identify tracking devices, and protect your privacy while traveling anywhere in the world.

What You'll Learn

Comprehensive training to ensure your safety and privacy while traveling

Detect Hidden Cameras

Learn professional techniques to scan hotel rooms and Airbnbs for hidden surveillance devices

Identify Tracking Devices

Discover how to find GPS trackers, AirTags, and other tracking devices on your belongings

Privacy Screen Protection

Master the use of privacy screens and other tools to prevent visual eavesdropping

Secure Communication

Learn to communicate securely using public Wi-Fi and avoid network-based attacks

Device Security

Protect your devices from physical and digital threats while on the road

Situational Awareness

Develop essential skills to recognize and avoid potential security threats

Scanning for Hidden Cameras

Professional techniques to ensure your privacy in hotel rooms and rental properties

Hidden cameras have become increasingly small and difficult to detect. They can be disguised as everyday objects like smoke detectors, alarm clocks, USB chargers, and even picture frames. Our course teaches you systematic approaches to detect these devices.

Visual Inspection Techniques

  • Check smoke detectors, clocks, and electronic devices for unusual features
  • Look for small holes or reflective surfaces in unexpected places
  • Inspect mirrors for two-way glass using the fingernail test
  • Examine air vents, wall decorations, and power outlets
  • Check behind picture frames, shelves, and furniture

Detection Tools & Methods

Equipment and techniques used by security professionals

  • RF Detectors: Identify wireless cameras transmitting signals
  • Lens Detectors: Use infrared light to spot camera lenses
  • Smartphone Apps: Network scanning to find connected devices
  • Flashlight Method: Shine light at angles to detect camera lenses
  • Physical Inspection: Checking for unusual wiring or modifications

Detecting Tracking Devices

Protect yourself from unwanted surveillance and stalking

GPS Trackers & Vehicle Tracking

GPS trackers can be hidden in vehicles, luggage, or personal belongings. Learn to identify and remove them:

  • • Common hiding spots in vehicles (wheel wells, undercarriage, bumpers)
  • • Visual inspection techniques for rental cars and your own vehicle
  • • Using GPS tracker detectors and RF scanners
  • • Checking luggage, bags, and personal items for hidden trackers
  • • What to do if you find a tracking device
  • • Legal considerations when dealing with trackers
AirTags & Bluetooth Trackers

Apple AirTags and similar Bluetooth trackers are increasingly used for unwanted surveillance:

  • • How AirTags and Tile trackers work
  • • Using your iPhone or Android to detect unknown AirTags
  • • Manual searching techniques for physical trackers
  • • Common hiding spots in bags, clothing, and vehicles
  • • Steps to take if you're being tracked
  • • Disabling or removing trackers safely
  • • Reporting stalking and tracking to authorities
Detection Tools & Equipment

Professional and consumer-grade tools to help detect tracking devices:

  • RF Signal Detectors: Identify wireless transmissions
  • Bug Sweeping Devices: Comprehensive multi-frequency scanners
  • Smartphone Apps: Bluetooth and network scanning applications
  • Visual Aids: Borescopes and inspection mirrors
  • Metal Detectors: Finding hidden devices in luggage or vehicles

Our course includes recommendations for reliable equipment at various price points.

Privacy Screens & Visual Security

Prevent visual eavesdropping and shoulder surfing

Privacy Screen Protection

Essential tools to protect your screen from prying eyes

Privacy screens use micro-louver technology to limit viewing angles, making your screen visible only to you while appearing black to anyone viewing from the side.

  • Choosing the right privacy screen for laptops, tablets, and phones
  • Installation and maintenance best practices
  • When and where to use privacy screens (planes, cafes, hotels)
  • Privacy screen effectiveness and limitations

Situational Awareness Tips

  • Position yourself with your back to a wall in public spaces
  • Be aware of your surroundings when entering sensitive information
  • Use screen brightness and anti-glare settings appropriately
  • Minimize zoom and font size to reduce visibility distance
  • Lock your devices immediately when not in use

Essential Travel Safety Topics

Additional security measures covered in our comprehensive course

Secure Wi-Fi Usage

  • • VPN setup and usage
  • • Avoiding public Wi-Fi risks
  • • Securing your mobile hotspot
  • • HTTPS and secure browsing

Physical Security

  • • Hotel room door security
  • • Portable door locks and alarms
  • • Safe usage and limitations
  • • Securing valuables while traveling

Device Protection

  • • Full-disk encryption setup
  • • Strong authentication methods
  • • Remote wipe capabilities
  • • Backup strategies for travelers

Communication Security

  • • Encrypted messaging apps
  • • Secure phone calls
  • • Email security while traveling
  • • Avoiding SIM swap attacks

Social Media Safety

  • • Location sharing risks
  • • Posting while traveling safely
  • • Privacy settings review
  • • Avoiding oversharing

Emergency Preparedness

  • • Emergency contact protocols
  • • Embassy and consulate information
  • • Travel insurance considerations
  • • Crisis management planning

Ready to Travel Safely?

Join our comprehensive Travel Safety course and learn professional security techniques to protect yourself wherever you go.