Travel Finances
If
you’re dreaming of far-away exotic destinations but can’t figure out how
to finance your dream trip, we have some suggestions.
Besides the obvious like travel loans, there are ways to actually earn
money while traveling.
However you finance your trip, it’s a good idea to carry a credit
card when abroad, especially American Express which makes it easier to cash
their traveler’s checks.
igougo.com
is a great discovery for travelers who love to write.
This innovative website gives you travel rewards in exchange for your
travel journals, which means you can earn travel merchandise, frequent flier
miles and even free trips!
Even if you don’t keep a diary, it’s a great resource to read about
other traveler’s adventures.
Traveling
with an American Express card has many advantages.
You’ll have easy access to traveler’s cheques and foreign currency
prior to your trip.
And in some places, it is essential to show your American Express
credit card in order to use those traveler’s cheques.
American Express also offers services like travel insurance,
last-minute bargains and free travel advice.
If you’re planning to go to exotic lands, you
may be able to cash in on the local currency.
Banknotes.com is looking for currency from around the world,
and they will pay you a pretty penny to send it to them direct.
Plus, this site shows pictures of just about every imaginable currency,
just in case you want to catch a glimpse of a Tibeten Srang or a Swedish
Kronor.
For
those who would rather not mix too much business with pleasure, Juniper
bank will help you take care of all aspects of your finances in one step.
You can bank from an Internet
café
PC or a cell phone, using Juniper Bank’s 100% fraud protection plan.
Automatically pay
bills, transfer funds, or check your balances, all through a safe and secure
wireless connection.
The Juniper Mastercard offers a low 2.9% introductory APR
for 4 months on all new purchases and balance transfers. You'll continue to
save with a low 13.99% variable APR thereafter.
