Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Size Conversion Chart
Women's Clothing
American
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
French
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
British
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
Women's Shoes
American
5
6
7
8
9
10
French
36
37
38
39
40
41
British
4
5
6
7
8
9
Men's Suits
American
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
French
44
46
48
50
52
54
56
58
British
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
Men's Shirts
American
14
1
⁄
2
15
15
1
⁄
2
16
16
1
⁄
2
17
17
1
⁄
2
French
37
38
39
41
42
43
44
British
14
1
⁄
2
15
15
1
⁄
2
16
16
1
⁄
2
17
17
1
⁄
2
Men's Shoes
American
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
French
39
1
⁄
2
41
42
43
44
1
⁄
2
46
47
British
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Never leave anything in your rental car—even in the trunk. Thieves can break
into your car quicker than you can open the door with your key.
DRIVING SAFETY
Driving safety is important, too. Carjacking is rare in
Hawaii, but keep your doors locked. Question your rental agency about per-
sonal safety and ask for a traveler-safety brochure when you pick up your car.
Obtain written directions—or a map with the route clearly marked—from the
agency showing how to get to your destination. (Many agencies now offer the
option of renting a cellphone for the duration of your car rental; check with the
rental agent when you pick up the car. Otherwise, contact
InTouch USA
at
&
800/872-7626
or www.intouchusa.com for short-term cellphone rental.)
And, if possible, arrive and depart during daylight hours.
If you drive off a highway and end up in a dodgy-looking neighborhood, leave
the area as quickly as possible. If you have an accident, even on the highway, stay
in your car with the doors locked until you assess the situation or until the police
arrive. If you're bumped from behind on the street or are involved in a minor
accident with no injuries, and the situation appears to be suspicious, motion to
the other driver to follow you. Never get out of your car in such situations. Go
directly to the nearest police precinct, well-lit service station, or 24-hour store.
Park in well-lit and well-traveled areas whenever possible. Always keep your
car doors locked, whether the vehicle is attended or unattended. Never leave any
packages or valuables in sight. If someone attempts to rob you or steal your car,
