Money Matters

Whether you stick to a strict travel budget, or are more carefree with your spending, there are two things that everyone is concerned with when it comes to managing money while traveling: security and getting the best rates. The key to accomplishing both is simply doing a little homework in advance. Be sure to notify your bank and credit card companies where and when you’ ll be traveling. Get familiar with the local currency. Then consider these tips.

— Harriet