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Money and financial safety while traveling

Money and security is always a concern when traveling. A few common sense tips will help:
  • Bring the minimum number of credit cards, and identification necessary.
    When I travel I carry two credit/ATM cards and my husband carries two different ones. I carry my driver's license and
    Medical Insurance card and that's all. Everything else stays at home.

  • Make copies of, passports, credit/ ATM cards (front and back)
      or write down all information and keep the info in a separate secure place.  In case of loss you have all the info needed.
  • Inform the banks, and credit / ATM card companies of your travel itinerary.
    Inquire about international transaction fees when you do. Some banks charge up to 3% or min $10 fee. Some banks have no fees at all.
  • Apply for a pin # for your credit cards.
    Europe is way ahead of us in credit card security and a pin # will help avoid delays in transactions.

  • Exchange money in reputable Exchange Locations and use ATM's in Banks.
    The US dollar is not a universal currency, Imagine trying to use Euros at your local fast food restaurant.
  • Don't bring or withdraw large amount of cash. Credit cards are accepted most places.
  • When withdrawing money from an ATM try odd amounts to get bill broken down. Banks will not usually make change.


Link to easy to use currency converter for smart phone
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