How to Bring Money to a Foreign Country

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Traveler's Checks
It is wise not to carry large amounts of cash. You should take most of your money in traveler's checks and remember to record the serial number, denomination and the date and location of the issuing bank or agency. Keep this information in a safe and separate place so, if you lose your traveler's [...]

How To Bring Money On Your Overseas Trip

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Here are some different to fund your holiday.
Traveler's Checks
It is wise not to carry large amounts of cash. You should take most of your money in traveler's checks and remember to record the serial number, denomination and the date and location of the issuing bank or agency. Keep this information in a safe and separate [...]

Extending SIM Card Usage In Thailand

Monday, May 4th, 2009

I travel to Thailand 3 or 4 times per year and having a cell phone with a local number saves me a lot of money. Local calls are dirt cheap and long distance calls back to America are inexpensive.
All you need is an unlocked GSM tri-band or quad-band phone a Thai SIM card. [...]

Earn Free Flights with an Airline Credit Card Offer

Monday, May 4th, 2009

In this day and age, we are always traveling. Whether on a business trip, visiting home for the holidays, or you just want to go on vacation, planning and funding the flight is always a headache. That is why most major banks and other credit card issuers now offer Airline Credit Cards.
Airline Credit Cards [...]

Currency Conversion in Thailand

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Your trip to Thailand is all set. You have booked your flight and hotel, packed your bags and you are ready to go. But, you just found out that your money is no good in Thailand!
Well, actually it is good; it just needs to be converted to the local Thai currency. You [...]

Beware Of Travel Scams

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Unlike most products, travel services usually have to be paid for before they are delivered. This creates opportunities for disreputable individuals and companies. Some travel packages turn out to be very different from what was presented or what the consumer expected. Some don't materialize at all!
If you receive an offer by phone or mail for [...]

Are You A Victim Of Telemarketing Travel Fraud?

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Hello...you have been specially selected to receive our SPECTACULAR LUXURY DREAM VACATION offer!
Have you ever been tempted to sign up to win a "free" trip at a fair, trade show or restaurant? If so, you may get a phone call, letter, unsolicited fax, email or postcard telling you that you've won a vacation. Be careful. [...]