How to Travel to Mexico on the Cheap

Many people think they need to spend a fortune to travel. However, the reality is it's not necessary to break your bank. Yes, you will definitely need to save some money, but it may be way less than...

Airlines Verifying Your Credit Card at Check-In

When buying plane tickets online using a credit card, keep in mind that some airlines will ask to see said credit card before checking-in at the airport. If you fail to show the card, boarding will...

Thai ATM swallowed my card!

"For security reasons all cards that have been retained by ATMs are destroyed." (Bangkok Bank Website) This is now the stated policy of all Thai Banks. In the case of overseas visitors using cards to...

Top tips for travelling in Italy

Beyond the headline sights, what’s a trip to Italy really like? What’s the best way of getting around? What’s the local etiquette? What should you wear? Here are some practical tips to help you...

Cash or credit card for your vacation?

I think this is a very controversial topic and many experts differ when is time to make the main decision: Cash or Credit Card when traveling outside your country most specifically a country with a...

Korean ATMs: withdrawing money in South Korea without fees

If you own a foreign credit card, such as a Visa or a Mastercard, most ATMs in South Korea will have withdrawal fees (usually from around ₩3,000 to around ₩5,000) for international...