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Are traveler’s checks outdated, now that credit cards are accepted everywhere?
The days of scrambling for traveler’s checks before your big trip are probably over.Credit cards have become practically a universal currency. You can charge whatever you want in just about any part of the world and pay for it in U.S. dollars when you return home.To buy traveler’s checks requires coming up with the cash beforehand, and you may have to pay sales fees. You also have to guess how many checks to get before leaving on your trip.Still, it is still easier to replace stolen or lost traveler’s checks than credit cards on short notice in a foreign country. A few traveler’s checks can give you some peace of mind.Return to Questions
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