You could look into one of the new types of cards available. Some are
prepaid visa cards (I found this on a quick search
http://www.creditlovers.com/promo/pr...visa-card.html)

or

there are travelers cheques /credit cards --- I think they work like a
debit/credit card and you have to have a pin to access them. Then, if they
are lost or stolen, they are useless to the new owner.

Hope that helps
D


"RJ" wrote in message
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We'll be taking a 3+ week road trip this spring.

In planning, my thoughts turn to $$$.
We'll use a credit card for major purchases ( motel, gas )

Is there any reason to carry travelers checks any more ?

How do you "stash your cash" to protect from theft ?

Actually, since ATM's are "everywhere", is there
even a reason to carry large amounts of cash ?

ideas ??
rj