Losing your passport while traveling abroad is a massive headache. Keep your passport stashed and safe by using a photocopy for identification outside of official border crossings. Photo by Ryan ...

I don't want to sound unduly paranoid, but travel -- especially international travel -- is fraught with dangers, big and small. One thing I frequently worry about is the loss or theft of my passport.

Losing your passport abroad is unsettling, but it does not have to derail your trip. Acting quickly, knowing who to contact, ...