RAINN's Top 10 Spring Break Tips

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RAINN's Top 10 Spring Break Tips include:

1. Get to know your surroundings before you go out and learn a well-lit route back to your hotel or rental property.

2. Always carry emergency cash and keep phone numbers for local cab companies handy.

3. Form a buddy system with close friends and agree on a secret "butt in" signal for uncomfortable situations.

4. Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe in any situation, go with your gut.

5. Avoid being alone or isolated with someone you don’t know and trust.

6. Don't accept drinks from people you don't know or trust.

7. Never leave your drink unattended, and if you do lose sight of it, get a new one.

8. Always watch your drink being prepared.

9. Try to buy drinks in bottles, which are harder to tamper with than cups or glasses.

10. Avoid putting music headphones in both ears so that you can be more aware of your surroundings, especially if you are walking alone.

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