How to Keep Your Valuables Safe While Travelling
Whether you’re backpacking through Southeast Asia, road-tripping the coast, or island-hopping through Europe one thing never changes: keeping your valuables safe while travelling can feel like a full-time job.
Let’s face it, losing your phone, passport, or car keys overseas is the fastest way to ruin a holiday. But with a few smart habits (and some clever gear), you can stop worrying and start exploring.
The Problem: You Can’t Relax When You’re Watching Your Bag
Most travellers have experienced it, that split-second panic when you realise your bag’s not where you left it. Whether it’s beach theft, pickpocketing in crowds, or water damage from a downpour, the anxiety is real.
Travellers on forums often admit they avoid swimming alone or leave phones locked in hotel safes “just in case.” But that’s not always practical, especially when you need your phone for maps, translation, or payments.
Old Fixes That Don’t Work Anymore
There are plenty of “solutions” that promise peace of mind but fall short in reality:
- Money belts: Bulky, uncomfortable, and obvious under lightweight clothing.
- Neck pouches: Great until you start sweating or forget to zip them.
- Waterproof phone cases: Often leak or make your phone unusable when wet.
- Hiding items in shoes or towels: Works at the beach... until someone notices.
Travelling smart means investing in gear that’s secure and practical gear you’ll actually use every day.
The Modern Solution: Built-In Waterproof Pockets
Instead of juggling pouches or trusting ziplocs, travellers are now turning to smarter apparel. The AquaStash waterproof pocket swim shorts feature an IPX8-rated waterproof pocket that keeps your phone, wallet, and keys dry even underwater. The pocket’s Gooper® magnetic seal locks automatically, giving you confidence in the ocean, pool, or rain.
It’s the ultimate minimalist fix no extra bag, no bulk, no risk. Perfect for beach days, hikes, or hotel pool sessions.
5 Proven Ways to Keep Your Valuables Safe While Travelling
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Use waterproof gear that stays on you.
Whether you’re swimming or kayaking, carrying your valuables securely on your body is safer than leaving them onshore. -
Split storage.
Don’t keep everything in one place separate cash, cards, and IDs in different pockets or bags. -
Go digital where possible.
Store copies of important documents (passport, insurance, tickets) in cloud storage. -
Choose anti-theft travel gear.
Lockable zippers, hidden compartments, and waterproof protection can make a big difference. -
Stay situationally aware.
Theft often happens during distractions, check surroundings and avoid leaving items unattended.
Real Talk: What Travellers Actually Want
From our research, most travellers aren’t just worried about theft, they’re frustrated with gear that overpromises and underdelivers. They want peace of mind without extra hassle. That’s why more people are upgrading from cheap waterproof pouches to built-in waterproof storage.
If you’re tired of stressing every time you swim or walk away from your bag, it’s time to simplify.
Discover AquaStash waterproof pocket swim shorts — built for travellers, adventurers, and everyday explorers.
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FAQs
Are AquaStash pockets really waterproof?
Yes — each pocket is IPX8 certified, meaning it can be fully submerged up to 30 metres.
Can I keep my passport inside?
The pocket fits most phones, wallets, and keys, and can also fit your passport. However if you have a lot of things and want to keep things light on you we recommend a waterproof backpack.
Do I need a waterproof pouch as well?
Nope. The whole point of AquaStash is eliminating the need for extra gear it’s built-in peace of mind.
