Deciding How to Pay Overseas

Once you have purchased your cheap airplane tickets or cheap vacation packages for travel abroad you should familiarize with the currency used at your destination so that you can understand what things cost in U.S. dollars.

One of the easiest ways to pay is by using credit cards and/or debit cards. Before leaving on your trip you should consider the differences and benefits of using credit cards vs. debit cards.

The biggest advantage of credit cards is that the user can buy now and pay later. Also by making purchases with a credit card, the user enjoys certain protections. If there is a problem with your purchase, you can cancel payment. If someone steals your card and then makes purchases, so long as you report your card stolen, you are not responsible.

Another advantage is most credit cards offer points or miles that can be earned via purchases and later redeemed for rewards. The biggest downside of credit cards is that their interest rates on cash advances tend to be exorbitant and should be avoided unless there is a real emergency.

Debit cards help users on a tight budget monitor their spending without carrying cash. Debit card users do not have to look for ATM machines to get cash. Debit cards deduct money directly from checking accounts. The biggest drawback of debit cards is often you cannot use them to make a hotel or car reservation. Final payment using a debit card is usually not a problem.
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What Should Always be Packed in Carry-On

While cheap airplane tickets and discount hotel rooms or cheap vacation packages help make trips affordable, remembering what to pack in your carry-on bag can help make your trip more enjoyable.

Airlines tend to be stingy with snacks, and full meals, blankets and pillows often cost extra. Given that delays are common, travelers would be well served to travel prepared, whether taking short or long haul flights.

The following are carry-on items that make flying more comfortable:

• Given that your checked baggage may be delayed for unforeseen reasons, always pack prescription medications (in original packaging) and toiletries in your carry-on. Include such items as nasal sprays, moisturizers and lip balm.

• Bring your own entertainment to listen to/view in flight, whether it is a tablet, e-reader, iPod, and/or traditional book. Make certain you charge all electronic devices immediately prior to departing so that you can read, watch movies, play games or listen to music uninterrupted.

• When packing food to carry onto the plane remember to leave smelly foods behind. If traveling abroad, produce and meats will not be allowed into your destination. Pack gum and/or lozenges to ward off ear popping during takeoff and landing. Although drinks are not allowed through security checkpoints, you can usually carry them onto a plane if purchased once past security.

• Given that in-flight temperatures often drop and cabins tend to be on the cool side, make certain to pack a sweater, jacket, or wrap as well as socks to keep warm. Air travel neck pillows often help passengers sleep on longer flights.

• Cash is no longer accepted in the air. You will need a credit card if you wish to purchase a meal, enjoy a movie, order an alcoholic drink or pay for Wi-Fi.
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