1. Joan's Travel Tip No. 8:
3. Also take a credit card; notify the card company that you’ll be going to x,y,z countries during a certain period, so they don’t shut you off. It might be wise to have 2 credit cards, in case one gets compromised, which happens and is a pain, but the possibility exists. Carry the 2 cards and your ATM card in different places. Keep a copy of your card at home, with expiration date, CRV number and customer service phone #. Your person at home should be able to access this info for you, just in case ....