We Got Robbed In Italy | what got stolen & what I learned from it (safety and travel tips)

Not posting anything on IG in real time is such a valuable tip! Also, don't disclose your home base, make it hard for people to find you. Stay safe, everyone. ❤

I am sorry it happens to you and hope you will get the bags back. Italian lady here who travels all over the world and mostly solo. Sadly designer things make you a target. The only time I almost got robbed, ironically, was in Milan after leaving Hermes with their orange shoppers. After that when I go luxury shopping I either take a cab or ask for anonymous shoppers. Pro tips for travelling anywhere: no luxury luggage (gets damaged and makes you a visible target anytime you carry it and in your hotel room), no visible jewelry and luxury items unless you are going to a specific place and coming back with uber/taxis. When you are out exploring just wear nice outfits that do not scream tourist or "I am rich". For Italy specifically, always close your purses and keep them with a hand/under your shoulder in city/crowded places, do not leave your luggage in cars, especially at autogrills on the motorways. Leave one person in the car, if possible. Other risky places are near the beach. Better to arrive at the next hotel, leave everything, and go exploring afterwards. Anytime I am with luggage I try to look as inconspicuous as possible and blend in. If you rent a car, try to avoid luxury models and any car that is visibly rental, that immediately identifies you as a tourist. The only place in the world where I would feel safe not taking precautions may be Japan

In the end, the most important thing is that you all returned home safe and sound. ❤️

Being robbed feels like such a personal violation! I’m so sorry this happened to you. There are so many horrible people out there, and yet there are so many good and kind people as well. It is hard to focus on that when this happens! Yes, you are truly blessed in life!

This is heart breaking Lou, so sorry this happend to you and everyone else who had their items stolen. It sounds like a lot to process but you gave some great advice. I need to document all my items better and like you say, don't save for special occasions wear and enjoy because we never know what might happen, all we have is now.

Omg, Lou... I am so sorry this happened to you. Your wedding day is supposed to be the most cherished memory. Getting robbed days after your wedding is horrible and I could see why you would have a hard time separating the two events. I hope you and Paolo heal and have a prosperous marriage.

The reseller in Philippines definitely knew the bags were stolen.

Use American Express travel insurance. They’ll cover everything. They are excellent!

You should be very proud of your emotional regulation, I’m taking tips from your handling of this; but I do hope that you may be able to recover some of what you have lost, especially your Grandmother’s pieces 💕

I was raised with this major family philosophy: Every time you complain about something bad that happened to you, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and you'll find 2 (or more) things to be thankfull for this very same bad event. And it will imediatly change the way you'll feel about t. That's pretry much a thought about the famous "Don't worry, be happy and "Keep calm, and carry on"❤

When I can‘t fit my bags into the safe in a hotel room, I use a long metal chain with a lock and chain the bags through their handles to something sturdy in the hotel room, for example a radiator, enclosed parts of a sofa or bed, towel holder that is drilled into the wall….you can get Creative 🤓 That way, if someone wants to steal a bag they would have to destroy the handle or the chain or rip the hotel room apart.

I am so sorry this happened to you and to anyone else experiencing this😢. Thank you for taking your time to inform us how to best safeguard ourselves & our valuables. Remain Well & Happy!

I love how all these individual resellers pretend like they don’t know what they’re buying is likely stolen. They’re buying authentic bags in good condition online for a small fraction of what they’re worth. Doesn’t take a genius to figure out why that is.

I lost my grandma last year and I know what it feels like to loose something that represents her and such sentimental and that linkage of that person. I’m happy you guys are safe and back home. But really really if I could or if anyone could. I wish you got those precious treasure of yours back. Air hug to you Lou ❤

So sorry this happened to you Lou😢I can't imagine how heartbreaking it would have been.. but really glad you are home safe. Your safety tips are invaluable and so helpful for us all. Thank you so much for the courage to share. Take care xx

I’m so so sorry for what happened to you and your family. But the way that you’re handling this is incredible. I can see your strength thru the video. So glad no one got hurt, but the loss of your grandma’s jewelry so heartbroken bc sentimental value is everything 😢 sending so much love and protection your way 🩷

Lou I am so sorry this happened to you. There are people on this earth who are here to steal joy and those who bring joy. Please continue to bring joy with your positive outlook and videos. Globally things are changing and this could have happened anywhere. As you have said just learn from your experience. Aside from your Grandmother’s belongings that can’t be replaced. Everything will come back to you multiplied because you are a genuine light ❤

Firstly, I am so sad to hear about your losses; secondly, it's refreshing to see you working through all the emotions associated with this terrible violation, and lastly, you are a dear for your willingness to use your situation to help others. Rosey ❤

Many hugs to you, Polo and your family. Being robbed is an emotional, scary ordeal, let alone grieving the loss of your most precious hand me downs from your Grandmother 😢 I'm glad you're both safe. ❤️ ❤

Thank you for sharing Lou! I’ve been following you for some time and it makes me sad that this happened to you. Stealing is a terrible crime and I can imagine how violated you feel. You are 100% allowed to be happy about your wedding AND be upset about what happened to you at the same time. That is your right 🤍 Keep your head up Lou!