For $15, this portable door jam can add a lot of security in Negril

Bought this for my ex-wife and kids to use at RIU Negril when we all arrive in Negril together in late June (I will be at Seastar Inn).

I think it's safe without it, but you can never be too sure.

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i usually just push a chair in front of the door inside & always bring a jingle bell on a rope for outside just in front of my door.

That is actually a fantastic idea... They collapse, and travel easily. I see folks with them when I am at inner city properties for work. I think I'll pick one up for the next trip.

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Originally Posted by gerryg123

Bought this for my ex-wife and kids to use at RIU Negril when we all arrive in Negril together in late June (I will be at Seastar Inn).

I think it's safe without it, but you can never be too sure.

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Thing with the Rui's is that no matter what someone has to swipe a key card for a door to open. A mainframe computer tracks the individual numbers to the cards that are signed out and collected after every shift. Meaning if that door is opened it can be positively tracked.

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Originally Posted by shellyk

Thing with the Rui's is that no matter what someone has to swipe a key card for a door to open. A mainframe computer tracks the individual numbers to the cards that are signed out and collected after every shift. Meaning if that door is opened it can be positively tracked.

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No the RIU no longer uses keys? That's a new one .... All I know is a good portion of the people I've made that have stayed at RIU have reported thefts, including from the safes. With the door jam, at least no one can come in at night when you're inside the room. That's better than nothing.

May 2012. RIU Club used a key.

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Originally Posted by shellyk

Thing with the Rui's is that no matter what someone has to swipe a key card for a door to open. A mainframe computer tracks the individual numbers to the cards that are signed out and collected after every shift. Meaning if that door is opened it can be positively tracked.

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This pays me zero comfort. The item Gerry posted works great and the only way someone gets in that room is thru another opening.

i actually prefer the ear screeching door alarms as the noise alone will chase off the tief.

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Originally Posted by booger

This pays me zero comfort. The item Gerry posted works great and the only way someone gets in that room is thru another opening.

i actually prefer the ear screeching door alarms as the noise alone will chase off the tief.

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That could be, but in Negril, loud noises are much less alarming compared to USA.

I have already bought the door alarms for the trip but I think this stopper thing is excellent...I'm going to get it for traveling...Hope I'm not ending up like the guy in Conspiracy Theory..(suppose I could put a bottle on top of the door knob!!):rolleyes:

Yeah, I would much prefer an intruder not being able to get in at all, compared to make a bunch of noise once he does.

With all the talk about night-time breakins, this is a good thing to have. Plus, at RiU, like a lot of Jamaica hotels, there is no deadbolt. Anyone with an old key can enter, and with such a large resort, there is too big of a chance of dishonest employees or inside jobs thefts.

On TA, there are simply too many stories of break-ins for there not be a problem. Plus, two fellow boardies, including one who is participating in this particular thread (not me), have been victimized at RIU.

Oh, gerryg...where did you purchase it?

Cheaper alternative... your basic rubber door stopper. Just a few bucks & really small. Someone tries to get in, the door will just get secured tighter still. I've added one to my suitcase in addition to the slider lock I've carried for years... decades, actually.

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Originally Posted by gerryg123

Bought this for my ex-wife and kids to use at RIU Negril when we all arrive in Negril together in late June (I will be at Seastar Inn).

I think it's safe without it, but you can never be too sure.

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gerryg123 a little ingenuity and you could convert this into a spear gun. A multi purpose tool. At night it protects during the day it’s a weapon… :cool:

I agree the physical deterrent is a good thing. Aside from that I have an APP for the phone which is a burglar alarm(Yes there's an APP for that :) ). Once it is set, any movement of the phone will set it off. So if you were to lean it against the door and the door moved at all, it would trigger.

You can buy 'em on Amazon.

use it at home and while traveling...works great!

So, what's a slider lock??? A lock for your sliding glass door? That sounds like a great thing to have for travels. Where do you buy these since they must be portable??

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Originally Posted by Yvonne

Cheaper alternative... your basic rubber door stopper. Just a few bucks & really small. Someone tries to get in, the door will just get secured tighter still. I've added one to my suitcase in addition to the slider lock I've carried for years... decades, actually.

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I agree Yvonne. I picked up a couple at the dollar store and use them every time I'm away. They also work to keep the door open if you like - LOL

Been using those for years both at home and JA as well:o

I am learning a lot here...never really thought of the little rubber door stops...PS..my door alarm can also be used for the window..its just a matter of two things parting and the sound emits. But I think door stoppers will just cinch it for me..and they are small to carry!

gerryg,just packed mine the other day!

A nice machete is only $7.00 at the hardware store...no need for all those silly security measures.....

All kidding aside....how do people traveling with kids comfort them that security measures are needed at a $$$ a night resort? My girls (7&12) would not be able to sleep if I had to bar the doors and do whatever with the windows.

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Originally Posted by Eco

how do people traveling with kids comfort them that security measures are needed at a $$$ a night resort?

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By not making a big deal out of it.

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Originally Posted by gerryg123

By not making a big deal out of it.

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And bringing a portable steel bar to secure the door....no big deal

In the end better safe than sorry and if it makes you feel better why not.

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Originally Posted by negrilgirl

So, what's a slider lock??? A lock for your sliding glass door? That sounds like a great thing to have for travels. Where do you buy these since they must be portable??

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That's exactly what it is. I've had them on my 4 sets of sliding glass door here at home for 21 years, on the windows, too. Very, very small... no more than 2" long. They can probably be found online or at a big box home improvement store. Only cost a couple of $$$. I haven't seen the style I have when I looked for them a few years back but there are similar items. I'll poke around online & see if I can post a link.

I found the same or at least very similar lock just when I was about to give up. Mine has the rubber pad which is mentioned in the one star review. Interesting that the one person who reviewed & basically hated it based their review on that missing pad. When I first moved into my home I had a courtesy home safety inspection from the local sheriff's dept. I was told that having those door/window locks was better than paying for an alarm system & that they were the best security item they'd recommend.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Prime-Lin...yc1vZc6beZ12kx

Yvonne, I would really appreciate if you can find what you have. It's exactly what I need!!

Yvonne, Thanks for the link. When I looked at it, it said it locked the door in the open position....but....you use yours with your sliding glass door closed, right?

Someone mentioned they keep an air horn by their bed when travelling. Anyone comes in, it'll scare the crap out of them & break their ear drums!

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Originally Posted by Yvonne

Cheaper alternative... your basic rubber door stopper. Just a few bucks & really small. Someone tries to get in, the door will just get secured tighter still. I've added one to my suitcase in addition to the slider lock I've carried for years... decades, actually.

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That is actually a pretty good idea. I have a bunch laying around that we can bring. The downside to this and Gerry's solution is it doesn't matter when the door gets kicked in and flys off the hinges connected to the jam. If you just don't want the door to be unlocked and easily pushed open either solution will be fine. But don't think you are by any means fortifying the door.

Everyone always thinks the doors and the locks need to be fortified, but usually they are right next to a big glass window...

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Originally Posted by negrilgirl

Yvonne, Thanks for the link. When I looked at it, it said it locked the door in the open position....but....you use yours with your sliding glass door closed, right?

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Absoutely. I think they mean it can be used to secure a partially opened slider or window.

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Originally Posted by hille141

Everyone always thinks the doors and the locks need to be fortified, but usually they are right next to a big glass window...

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Really? At home & at my place in Negril, no window near the doors. I make sure windows are locked & secured, too.

For those using the door stopper, a hint... they might not fit under the door but if you push it in on the side, same security. This stuff takes up so little room & is well worth the extra sense of security. My sister got me one of those alarms that you hang on a door knob & I do take it w/ me. Haven't used it yet. I think it can also be used as a personal alarm.

I realize the window can be broken..but the main thing I am going for is to have notice if someone enters my room..My door alarms just let a screech and that is why I'll be using them..just so I know if someone tries to enter..and hopefully, scare them off..Realizing , of course, that the alarm is only on when I am in the room..thats why there will never be valuables in therel I think the main thing is..we all have a plan..and what ever that plan is...we relax and enjoy more!

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Originally Posted by Yvonne

Really? At home & at my place in Negril, no window near the doors. I make sure windows are locked & secured, too.

For those using the door stopper, a hint... they might not fit under the door but if you push it in on the side, same security. This stuff takes up so little room & is well worth the extra sense of security. My sister got me one of those alarms that you hang on a door knob & I do take it w/ me. Haven't used it yet. I think it can also be used as a personal alarm.

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Here is where we stayed. :confused:

My point is security is only as good as the weakest link. But anything you can do to make a lot of noise if something happens is good.

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Originally Posted by hille141

The downside to this and Gerry's solution is it doesn't matter when the door gets kicked in and flys off the hinges connected to the jam.

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???? at a hotel in Negril ???? Can't say I've heard of that happening, but I don't claim to know everything.

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Originally Posted by Lola

???? at a hotel in Negril ???? Can't say I've heard of that happening, but I don't claim to know everything.

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That could happen anywhere, no idea on the likelihood of it happening in Negril. But keep in mind criminals usually go for the easy targets. Why kick in a door when the room next door is unlocked?

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Originally Posted by hille141

... no idea on the likelihood of it happening in Negril.

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Right, your statement was hype.

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Originally Posted by Lola

Right, your statement was hype.

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The whole thread in hype. See any data here?

My point was know the limits of the device, that's all.