Travelers Checks or credit card

I am planning on going to the far east for a week's vacation. Which is better - travelers checks or credit card?


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Orna
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I believe it depends on where you want to go. There are certain places in which you won't be able to use neithr of the two, and even if you can - it will take longer than you have on such a short trip.

If you go for one week only, I assume you'll stay in a big city. If so - then both will do.

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Pam
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the good thing about them is that they are both insured. If they get stolen - you get the money back.
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Mr.Kelada
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I personally prefer credit cards - they are accepted everywhere and you don't have to go to the bank to cash them in.
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vicente
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I agree. Sometimes banks take a high commision on cashing a check - something like 4%. Go with a credit card.
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rubyeeyz
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traveler's checks are a pain. i'd suggest using your debit card at local ATM's for the best rate. credit cards often charge you as much as 3% extra to convert the currency.
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danielmartin
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All you can know about credit card from this site. It gives some useful, reliable and safe links for credit card and debit card. These links are based on your locality.


http://creditcard-guide.freehostia.com/


All the best...
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