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$$$ Tips for Travel

$$$ Tips for Travel

Save ATM fees and get a Schwab account All fees are credited! Not only does Schwab not charge fees, they rebate whatever fees the machine charges you. It’s especially valuable in places like Indonesia, where the max at some ATMs was only ~$100 per transaction. http://www.schwab.com/public/schwab/banking_lending/checking_account Keep your money spread around your belongings and if you are out, preferably in a zippered, or double zippered, pockets. I look for rain jackets with interior pockets and keep my wallet and phone…

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Preparing for International Travel

Preparing for International Travel

Months in advance determine if a visa is required and update immunizations Download Google Maps for offline use Download Maps.me for offline use Download Google Translate language for offline use Check for correct adaptors.  https://toomanyadapters.com Check Airline baggage requirements-be ready to shift stuff if they weigh your carryon. If you weigh in advance, have a plan ready to meet the requirements. I look when I’m in line to learn how strict they are for this flight. Phone/Data Plans Decide if…

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