Écoutez bien, voyageurs ! Voici quelques conseils d'initiés pour que vos aventures se passent en toute sécurité. Tout d'abord, vous êtes-vous déjà demandé sur ces caméras cachées dans les hôtels ? Une rapide vérification avec la lampe torche de votre téléphone pourrait bien vous sauver d'une surveillance effrayante ! Et hey, évitez de vous appuyer sur la fenêtre de l'avion - ce n'est pas seulement pour la vue, c'est aussi pour la sécurité. De plus, soyez attentifs à vos gestes à l'étranger - ce qui est inoffensif chez vous pourrait être considéré comme très impoli ailleurs. Alors, gardez ces secrets dans votre poche arrière et voyagez comme un pro ! Animation créée par Sympa.
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00:00The star rating of hotels is not always reliable, because the rating systems vary depending on the country.
00:05In Italy, for example, a hotel can receive 5 stars simply because it has an open reception 24 hours a day and receptionists who speak 3 languages.
00:14Instead of using the stars, rather look at the ratings or reviews.
00:18Late reservations can also allow you to benefit from better offers.
00:22If your stay is not urgent, try to book a room on the day of your stay.
00:25If the hotel is not complete, you will probably have a reduction.
00:28Hotel managers reduce the price of rooms at the last minute to fill them.
00:32It is also preferable to book directly from the hotel.
00:36Third-party websites often receive less good rooms or what is left.
00:39Hotels are also inclined to offer a reduced price if you book directly.
00:43Indeed, partner websites charge hotel fees.
00:46Once you are at the reception, it is likely that the hotel staff already knows you.
00:50Many hotels, especially high-end hotels, are doing a little research on their clients' social networks.
00:56Although it may seem a little scary, it is only so that they can see who you are and make your stay more comfortable.
01:01If your key is equipped with a magnetic tape, be careful not to put it near your mobile phone or your wallet.
01:07A powerful magnet, like the one on your phone, can erase your key, which means that you will not be able to enter your room.
01:12Ok, now that you are registered, go into your room.
01:15They watch you when you are in your room and when you are in the bathroom.
01:18No, I'm not talking about your 3-year-old children.
01:21One of the last things you think about when you go on vacation
01:24is that the room you are staying in may be equipped with hidden cameras.
01:27Not cool.
01:28To begin with, look in the most obvious places in your hotel room to see if you can find hidden cameras.
01:34According to some experts, if you don't see anything like that,
01:37then using your smartphone is enough for a basic verification sweep.
01:41Each camera has a lens and all lenses reflect light.
01:45Thus, a quick way to check for hidden cameras is to close all the curtains in the room and turn off the lights.
01:52Use the flashlight of your phone to direct it to places or potential objects where a hidden camera could be.
01:58One of the most obvious places is the smoke detector on the ceiling.
02:01Take a chair, point the flashlight straight at it and try to see if a red or blue light is reflected.
02:06You will have to do it slowly because the light must hit the lens at the correct angle so that you can see a reflection.
02:13Even a painting in the room can be a potential place for a hidden camera.
02:17Other objects can be lamps, a hole in the wall or a place in a closet.
02:22Another scary place to hide a camera is the mirror in the bathroom.
02:26This one is difficult to spot, so you have to be patient to inspect it.
02:30You can also use the camera of your phone to search for surveillance cameras that spy on you at night.
02:35These secret cameras emit infrared lights that the human eye cannot see, which allows them to function at night.
02:41You will have to turn off the lights and put the camera in selfie mode.
02:45The rear camera of most smartphones is equipped with an infrared filter, but not the front camera.
02:50You can try to point a television remote to the front camera and press one of the buttons to see it for yourself.
02:56If you see a bright red light on your screen, it means it's working.
03:00All you have to do is move your camera in the dark to see if you can find a bright light around.
03:06It will be good to do a second sweep to make sure you didn't miss anything.
03:09One of the best things you can do is download an app that shows you which devices are currently connected to the Wi-Fi you use.
03:17It can show which smartphone, laptop, smart TV and, in the worst case, which hidden cameras are connected.
03:24A radio frequency scanner can detect a wireless camera in the room, even if it is connected to its own Wi-Fi.
03:30However, this can be difficult due to the many wireless devices that encompass the waves.
03:35You can detect random signals even if you turn off all your devices and all the signals emitted by the wireless.
03:41Another technique you can use is to turn off the Wi-Fi when you enter the hotel room.
03:46Most cameras are connected to Wi-Fi, so they won't be able to work anymore.
03:50If you receive a call from the reception saying that the Wi-Fi is disabled in the room, it can be a warning signal.
03:56There is no reason for them to know if the Wi-Fi has been turned off on purpose.
04:00This could mean that the cameras are on the local Wi-Fi.
04:03When you connect for the first time to the Wi-Fi of your hotel room, be careful not to share your personal data.
04:09Now, what about the room in general?
04:12If you are not satisfied, you can easily ask to change it.
04:15If there are other rooms available, the manager will be happy to help you.
04:19Once you are settled, you will want to go to the bathroom to see all the pretty samples.
04:23But if you are a little ashamed to take free shampoos, know that not at all.
04:27The hotels actually want you to take them.
04:30The articles wear the hotel logo, so you advertise them for free if you put them at home.
04:36On the other hand, shampoos and towels, no, it's another story.
04:40Many hotels now add radio-frequency chips to be able to follow stolen items.
04:44The toothpaste is an article that you will probably not find in the bathroom of the hotel room.
04:49In cheap hotels, it is often too expensive to order because it is classified in the category of medical supplies.
04:54For luxury hotels, it is the opposite.
04:56They generally cannot find sophisticated enough toothpaste manufacturers to be available in their rooms.
05:02You can also see an ordinary phone next to the toilets.
05:06But it is actually a requirement of the AAA for hotels to be classified 4 diamonds.
05:11It is also a security element.
05:13If you slip on the wet floor or if you are stuck in the toilets for some reason, you can easily call for help.
05:20Taking the plane has become a routine for many people.
05:23But even the great travelers sometimes do not know what to never do on a plane.
05:29And to begin with, you never go barefoot.
05:31It is one of the golden rules of traveling by plane.
05:34Not to mention the unpleasant smells, the ground of the plane is very dirty.
05:41People suffering from contagious foot problems may have walked barefoot in the aisles before you.
05:46And it is very likely that there is a lot of dirt left by the previous passengers.
05:50And we are not even talking about the floor of the toilets.
05:54If your feet need a little freedom, take off your shoes.
05:57But at least keep your socks.
05:59Or wear a pair of light slippers.
06:02Do not forget that the pressurized air in the cabin is as dry as that of the Sahara desert.
06:07With only 20% humidity.
06:11This is why you may feel some discomfort in the skin after a flight.
06:15Wouldn't it be more fair to install air humidifiers in the cabin?
06:20In reality, the additional weight would cost too much money to airlines.
06:24In addition, the wing of the plane is mainly composed of aluminum and other metals.
06:28And humid air could cause corrosion.
06:31So do not forget to bring a moisturizing cream and use it during the flight.
06:35Always raise your tablet as soon as the plane begins to move on the tarmac.
06:39And never lower it during takeoff and landing.
06:42This is a security measure that guarantees that you and the other passengers
06:46would have a clear passage in case of emergency evacuation.
06:49In the same order of ideas, keep your seat upright during takeoff and landing.
06:54First of all, an inclined seat can seriously slow down an emergency evacuation
06:58because it blocks the person sitting behind.
07:01Then, the more you lean backwards,
07:04the more difficult it is to put yourself in a safe position during an emergency landing.
07:09Try to avoid sleeping during or just after takeoff and landing.
07:13First of all, this is not good for your health.
07:16The main problem is that the air pressure inside the cabin
07:19changes very quickly during these phases of the flight.
07:22And this affects the air pressure in your ears.
07:26It is therefore important to be vigilant during these phases,
07:29to relax and clear your ears, for example, by barking or swallowing frequently.
07:34Chewing chewing gum also works.
07:36If you sleep, you can't do it, which can cause permanent damage.
07:40And of course, there is the question of safety.
07:43Most accidents occur during takeoff and landing.
07:46If you sleep during these phases, you may not be alert enough in case of emergency.
07:52The following recommendation comes from the Environment Protection Agency.
07:57According to it, it is preferable not to drink hot drinks on the plane.
08:02The water used to make tea and coffee does not come from bottles.
08:05It is tap water.
08:07However, the plane's water tanks are often old and full of bacteria.
08:11In 2004, a study revealed that more than 12% of water samples contained harmful bacteria.
08:18If you still decide to drink a hot drink on the plane,
08:21never pour yourself coffee or tea.
08:25The on-board staff is trained at this age in the crowded aisles of a moving plane.
08:29You will thus avoid the risk of getting burned or burning other passengers.
08:33It is preferable not to order Coca-Cola on a plane.
08:37The pressure in the cabin causes a lot of foam.
08:39For obvious reasons, the stewardesses do not want to serve you a cup filled with foam.
08:44That's why they only fill half of the cup.
08:47Wait for the foam to fall back, then they finish pouring it.
08:50It can take long minutes.
08:53Keep your ventilator open.
08:55You will thus reduce the spread of germs.
08:58The planes are equipped with high-quality air filters.
09:00They retain up to 99% of germs suspended in the air.
09:04So you have nothing to fear.
09:06But don't forget to wipe your tablet.
09:08With eight times more bacteria than the toilet flush button,
09:11it is the dirtiest place on board.
09:14Another thing to avoid is to put your head on the window if you have a seat next to the window sill.
09:18You don't know who occupied your seat before you,
09:21and in any case, the window may be covered with germs.
09:27Avoid wearing flip-flops or high heels during a flight.
09:31Your survival could be at stake.
09:34Indeed, these two types of shoes make it very difficult to evacuate quickly from the plane.
09:40If you wear high heels, you will have to leave them behind anyway
09:43in case the crew would use emergency flip-flops during an evacuation.
09:48The heels may damage the flip-flops and you will have to remove them.
09:52Now ask yourself if you really want to get out of the plane barefoot.
09:57No?
09:58Then opt for robust shoes with a solid sole.
10:02In this case, you will not find yourself barefoot on a scorching tarmac or in the wild.
10:10Do not put heavy objects in the upper compartments.
10:13In the event of strong turbulence, these objects may not stay inside
10:17and, when falling, injure yourself or other passengers.
10:21This is why if it is difficult to lift an object to place it in the upper compartment,
10:25it is better to put it under the seat in front of you or elsewhere.
10:29Do not blame the pilot for a sudden landing.
10:32If you experience it in bad weather, it may be intentional.
10:36If the runway is covered with water or snow, the plane must touch the ground hard
10:40to break the water layer or avoid aquaplaning.
10:44Otherwise, the water could play the role of lubricant
10:46and the plane could neither brake nor respond to any command.
10:51Deploying an emergency flip-flop while there is no emergency is a very bad idea.
10:57This can lead to several-hour delays and cost thousands of dollars to airlines
11:02to put the flip-flop back in its container.
11:06If you wonder why someone would do such a thing,
11:08some seem to think that it will help them to get off the plane faster.
11:15Do not ignore the instructions of the staff to open the flip-flops' stores
11:18during take-off and landing.
11:20In case of emergency, this will allow them to see what is happening outside,
11:24assess the situation and act quickly by organizing the evacuation.
11:29You are having dinner in a fancy restaurant with a plate full of onion soup
11:33followed by a chocolate fondant.
11:36The waiter approaches you to ask you how your meal was
11:39and, with his mouth full, you show a satisfied expression
11:42and you make the gesture that everything is fine.
11:45You expect to see joy on the waiter's face,
11:47but he looks at you with a deep irritation.
11:50It turns out that in some countries,
11:52making a circle with your index and thumb does not necessarily mean OK.
11:56It can also mean zero or worthless.
11:59Instead of praising the food, you just said it was worthless.
12:03Oops!
12:04In Venezuela, Turkey and Brazil,
12:06it is a gesture of the hand that you should not use.
12:09In these countries, it is a sign that will offend almost everyone you show it to.
12:13Just show them your biggest smile
12:16and wait to have finished what you have in your mouth to thank them properly.
12:22In the whole world, making the sign of the thumb in the air is considered positive.
12:26It is the expression of your sympathy for something
12:29or the sign that everything is fine in general.
12:32In some parts of Italy, Africa, West, Iran and Greece,
12:36however, it is considered an incredibly offensive gesture.
12:40In Malaysia, this finger is used to show objects or people.
12:44So the next time you try to hitchhike in these countries,
12:48you will have to reconsider putting your thumb in the air.
12:51You could never be caught.
12:54Make someone the symbol of peace in the shape of a V
12:56and without consequence in the United Kingdom, Australia or New Zealand,
13:00as long as your hand is not upside down.
13:02In this case, this symbol can be very offensive
13:04and you will not make a lot of friends.
13:07So make sure that when you have your index and your thumb pointed up in the shape of a V,
13:11your palm is turned outwards and you should not get into trouble.
13:16Leaning forward is very common in the cultures of East Asia
13:19to greet and welcome guests or customers.
13:22The lower the inclination, the more you are respected.
13:25Fortunately, most Japanese do not expect
13:27that foreigners immediately understand the etiquette related to reverence.
13:31In general, they also accept a handshake or a head sign.
13:34But the fact of familiarizing yourself and training you to bend
13:37before going to Japan will impress all the inhabitants.
13:40How far do you think you can go?
13:43Using your index can be considered impolite in several European countries,
13:47Latin American and African.
13:49But pointing the finger is particularly seen in China, Japan and Indonesia.
13:54This gesture can be understood as an accusation or an insult.
13:58If you ask your way to the Philippines,
14:00you risk scratching your head asking where they want to go.
14:03It is normal that locals use their lips instead of their hands.
14:07In case of doubt, wherever you are in the world,
14:10simply make a gesture towards a person or a place using all your hand.
14:14You might think that raising your little finger makes you look chic,
14:17but in China it is very badly seen.
14:19This gesture is equivalent to putting your thumb down and expressing your dissatisfaction.
14:24When you take pictures with other people,
14:26be respectful and do not make obscene gestures with your hands.
14:29Two gestures to avoid, in particular,
14:31are to raise your little finger and point at something with a dirty object,
14:35such as a fork or a baguette used.
14:38It is certainly fun to eat with baguettes,
14:40but you can offend someone without wanting to if you put them in the wrong way.
14:44When you are in China, South Korea or Japan,
14:47do not make the mistake of putting your baguettes vertically in a bowl of rice.
14:50It brings bad luck.
14:52If you have to put your baguettes, simply place them on the side or through the bowl.
14:57Likewise, when you are at a table in South Korea or China,
15:00do not ask someone to pass you a dish.
15:02In these countries, you must be proactive and catch the food you want,
15:06and you will not offend anyone if you take the last bite.
15:09In some countries, it is acceptable to fly during the meal.
15:13We are not always prepared for this sudden tickling of the nose.
15:16But as long as you apologize and turn away, everything is fine.
15:20Except if you are on vacation in Japan, China or South Korea,
15:24where peppers can make your nose flow very quickly.
15:27Never fly in public.
15:29If you have to clear your nostrils,
15:31think about leaving the table and peeing in the toilets
15:33or hiding from any observer while remaining silent.
15:36It is considered impolite and unhygienic for the people around you.
15:40Always use a paper tissue and not a fabric one,
15:43and throw it away after use.
15:46The Fijis are one of the most beautiful destinations in the world,
15:49full of magnificent beaches and local residents.
15:52When you spend your holidays on this island, do not be surprised.
15:55You will surely meet some Fijians
15:57who will want to shake your hand for a very long time.
16:00Indeed, it is customary to hold hands
16:02for the entire duration of the exchange of your greetings.
16:06Be careful not to remove it too quickly.
16:08It is considered very impolite to end a handshake abruptly.
16:12If you are in India, join your hands in front of you
16:14instead of shaking a person's hand.
16:16By doing this prayer gesture with your hands,
16:18tilt your head slightly down
16:20and greet the person with a simple Namaste.
16:22Hands close to your chest.