Keep your cards safe and keep control of your spending.

Everyone looks forward to their holiday and most save hard to ensure their time away is as good as they can afford. It is easy to overspend and dip into resources that may well be needed elsewhere. Most are also aware card fraud, stolen credit cards, cloned cards (skimming), cash machines that have been tampered with and scam to defraud you of your card details.

When abroad it is often harder dealing with any problems let alone having to face the fact your bank account has just been emptied overnight. The other fact is most are not even aware they have been duped until it is too late.

The cost of card fraud in 2008 amounted to around a staggering £610 million for UK issued cards, with over £200 million occurring with Uk issued cards used abroad.

By using pre-paid cards such as the 'my Travel Cash' MasterCard you can at least help keep your main credit cards and bank accounts safe, Of course care should also be taken when using your pre-paid card, be aware when using your card and report it immediately if it is lost or stolen to prevent any fraudulent use. You can order your Free card, and load your spending money onto the card. Not only are you keeping your normal cards safe, you also have the benefit of discount exchange rates which can save you money.

While on holiday you know the money you have on the card is your budget for the holiday, which makes it easier not to overspend. The 'my Travel Cash' MasterCard offers free card issue, free load and top-up, free purchase transaction and 1.25Euro for ATM withdrawals. Instead of carrying large amounts of cash, you can withdraw cash against the card as and when you need it.

 If you do encounter card fruad problems, the card is protected by Chip and PIN, and for security there is a lost and stolen card phone number which is in operation 24/7, you also have the option of a back-up card for just £5.00 extra. Your also safe in the knowledge your main bank account and credit cards have not been compromised.

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