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194. How To Outsmart Thieves While Traveling With Rachel Bloom
May 22, 2025 · 20 min

Ever had that heart-sinking feeling when you realize your wallet, phone, or bag has gone missing? You're not alone. Over two million people a year become victims of theft while traveling.

Rachel Bloom is the designer of stylish smart bags built to protect your valuables on the go. She shares common ways travelers get targeted by thieves and easy habits to keep your belongings safe. 

 

We talk about:

Rachel's personal pickpocketing story that sparked her business

Easy habits to keep your stuff safe in crowded spaces

What most travel bags get wrong—and how her anti-theft travel bags are different

What to do if your hotel doesn't have a safe

 

Check out RachelBloom.com (affiliate link) to shop Rachel’s anti-theft bag collection. I’ll be bringing the Smart Crossbody with me to Disney World soon, and I can’t wait!

 

🎒 Shop the Collection

Looking for a stylish way to keep your valuables safe while traveling?

Explore Rachel Bloom’s smart anti-theft bag collection:

The Smart Backpack - perfect for everyday use  The Smart Crossover - ideal for a cityscape and urban adventures The Smart Mini - the perfect park bag for Disney days and hands-free fun

Browse the collection at RachelBloom.com (affiliate link) and find the perfect travel bag for your next trip!

 

✈️ Travel Smarter & Spend Wiser

➡️ Start saving now with the Jumpstart Your Vacation Fund Challenge – a 5-day action plan to build your dream trip fund!

➡️ Get inspired with my book Affording Travel – practical strategies to make travel a financial priority.

➡️ Grab the Vacation Ready Financial Checklist – Your go-to guide to prep your finances for your next trip.

 

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