@KevinC Yes, I read the story on the knive that was pulled. It was a warning to me too. I don't underestimate the risks, however my little head urges me not to live like a monk too! Second best advice: get informed on your destination, the do's and don'ts and the experiences of others. Best advice: use common sense.
The bulk of the guys I fuck or get fucked by, I agree to meet outside and then go to a motel (not a Hotel; Motels are sex palaces). Common practice in Colombia. The guys seem to have a hard-on all the time and just want to get their rocks off. At least in a motel you come together (no pun intended) and, very important, you leave together. This is safe. You both now that you've still got your wallet and phone. Yes, both. It's safer for the guys to.
Sometimes, when I've met a guy a few times and the voice in my had gives an 'all clear', I'll take a guy to my apartment. All my valuables are stowed away; I carry ample cash. Yes, I still could take a risk, but so would you back home. At least give yourself some time to observe the guy before hand.
I too had a bad experience and was robbed once. But I made mistakes I wouldn't make now.
My latest trip was flawless! Fucked my brains out. Met the hottest, sweetest and fuck craziest guys again. Got myself more at ease with the use of former mentioned motels. Even went to one with a guy that was hitting on me in the street ;-). I can give some directions in that direction too if anyone is interested.
Finally, to stay on topic:
1,2,3: ripped 26yo hunk who wanted just to make some extra cash. Not a full time escort (less than half of the regular fee). Fucked, came, got hard and fucked again because he enjoyed it so much . So macho
4,5,6,7: For the tops out there: twinky 20yo medical student. Free. Total bottom slut with an unreal appetite for cock.