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