Comments on: Crime in Paris, Watch out !

By: Bryan

Bryan — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 07:07:41 +0000

You can always call 17 in case of emergency. The principal Prefecture, also known as the police station, is located at the 9 bd. du Palais. To be safe all the time in terms of carrying money, use your credit card. They give you a convenient record of all you spent and also offers friendly exchange rate. Mostly, using credit card abroad assess a 2% fee above the 1% fee charged by Visa or Mastercard.

By: Bryan

Bryan — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 06:59:53 +0000

These crimes may not happen all the time. Police organizations have already observed this scenes and did something to minimize these minor crimes. It may happen sometimes to those unlucky tourists and before you know it, you will regret of being so relax and inattentive. These crimes happens because those people take advantage of those unaware guests and visitors of the city. Especially during summer and Christmas Holidays where places tend to be crowded, specifically the famous tourist spots.

By: Janna

Janna — Thu, 20 May 2010 07:45:05 +0000

Although Paris is a relatively safe and quiet city compared to other neighboring cities, I still feel that as tourists we still have to be on our toes when going around the city. I think you will agree with me when I say that “pickpockets” are attracted to tourists. We are like a walking treasure chest to them. So we should always be one step ahead of them. Common sense of course will tell you that you shouldn’t be showing off your money when in crowded places. And one trick that I find useful is to never act like a tourist, even if you are one. Pickpockets like to take advantage of those tourists who seem confused about where to go or what to do. So it’s a good idea to always act as if you know your way around even if you really don’t!

By: Janna

Janna — Thu, 20 May 2010 07:44:16 +0000

I have been to Paris last month, and I don’t know if it’s just me, but I find Paris peaceful. I had a one week vacation there by myself and fortunately for me, I wasn’t a victim of any crimes. As a matter of fact, considering that I am a woman, I never felt threatened or felt like my safety was in trouble while going around the city. Even at night, I don’t feel any hesitation to go around the city and discover the sights by myself. But I guess it just takes common sense to know that you shouldn’t be flaunting your riches when staying on the streets.