Review on Travelon Anti-Theft Signature Slim Pouch (A V STRIPE): Your Ultimate Secure Travel Companion by Christine Rogers

PERFECT travel bag. I originally bought a large Travelon shoulder bag for last year's trip to London and Paris. I ended up not using it because it was too heavy for me once you started adding items. This bag is PERFECT. I started using it day to day to see if I would need it for my upcoming trip to Italy next year. So far I like it and it will become my everyday bag. It holds the perfect amount of items. There are 4 compartments. I put my house and car keys in the seam area for quick access. There is a slip pocket behind the seam area that I put my phone in (also for easy access). The back zip is where I keep my credit card for easy access. I use the main compartment for things I don't need as much access to - money, aspirin, coins, driver's license, reward cards, health card, extra credit cards, etc. I also use the main compartment for my glasses. .I don't use the safety hook every day but it will come in handy when traveling. One (1) security hook can be used to secure the large main compartment as well as the zippered back panel. You can protect one zone or both zones with a protective hook (see attached image). When I travel, I take my passport, travel documents, insurance card, driver's license, phone, hotel key and reserve money from the main branch. . My daily credit card and daily allowance are placed in the back zip area for quick access (also a secure area). The sewing area and non-protected area of the bag will be the perfect place for items I wouldn't sleep over if lost (hygiene, pen, cards). This wallet is the perfect size for quick access items and doesn't get too heavy. Any additional items (water, travel books, iPad, umbrella, camera) will be transported in my backpack. There is also nylon outside, so it will be deleted. The shoulder strap is adjustable for different heights. You can use a carabiner to attach your wallet to a chair. I most likely won't be using this, and I'll probably use a zip tie when I'm out to make sure the carabiner doesn't get lost (you'll have to tighten it every now and then if it comes loose). All in all I think you will be happy with this bag knowing that you should only store the essentials in it. It's not that big, but that's good because you don't want it too heavy on your shoulder when you're out all day or at the airport. This is great if you want to use it for quick access to items. Use your backpack for other items that are heavier. Note: I've spent way too much time researching holdalls, so take my advice and buy a bag. You will not regret it. Also, I use a money belt when I don't need to quickly access my passport, reserve money, or reserve a credit card. Call me a nervous girl, but I'd rather play it safe. I work too hard, save money for travel, to spend a day or two at the American Embassy to get a new passport. Good Trip! :)