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Given the turbulent economic times, you are probably thinking that scaling back your expenses and skipping your next vacation are good ideas. Follow these tips if you are a money conscious traveler.

When in another country, use the ATM for pocket money rather than exchanging your cash at the local bank. Banks usually have better exchange rates that are significantly better than those available to individuals. This will save you a lot of your money over time.

Don’t use public computers for looking at sensitive information. They often have bad software installed which watches what you do.

The first step is to pick your vacation destination. Then, research your destination. Buy a comprehensive map of where you are going, study the environment, and research the attractions being offered there. The more you know about the environment, the easier it will be to get around when you are there.

Before you …