Taking my watch on vacation

[S’portEye]

I bought a Tudor that is my travel watch. I usually wear it with an Artem sailcloth strap. Low key and perfect for me, particularly when I’m out of the country. I don’t worry about wearing my rolexes when I travel in the states. I grew up in New Orleans and understand situational awareness.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by alphadweller

On the left corner, the pleasure of wearing the watch you love so much. On the right corner, the fear something bad might happen and how this could ruin your vacation. Only you can decide who wins.

Personally, I don't travel with luxury watches, to me it's not worth it. Customs, hotel security (or lack of), risk of being mugged with wife and two young kids. Forget it. That's when I enjoy wearing my cheap watches the most.

I hate to say it but it’s a different world today than just a few years ago. I wore my JC DSSD all through Europe in 2018 & 2019, still undecided about which watch to wear for my upcoming trip to Europe.

[TopNotchChach]

You'll be fine.

if anything happens, give it up. its not worth it. You got insurance right?

[rolph]

sounds like a solid plan, Bringing a beater for the day makes total sense, especially when you want to enjoy your trip without worrying about scratches.

[vesnyder]

I am comfortable wearing anything in my collection on vacations, but I am reluctant to bring more than one watch. Always concerned leaving watches in the hotel.

[gamingdoctor]

Nobody outside of watch forums knows what an explorer is.

If it doesn't look like a sub and it isn't flashy gold/gems, you're fine.