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7 ways to protect your credit card during summer travel

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On summer vacation? Here are several steps you can take to protect your credit card information while traveling.

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1. First, bring only the credit cards you need for the trip and keep them separate while you are traveling.

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2. Avoid leaving credit cards in checked luggage or unsecured in your hotel room if you are not around.

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3. If you're at the beach or pool and are carrying your credit cards, consider using a waterproof bag to protect them.

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4. Inform your credit card company of your destination and dates of travel to avoid an account freeze or fraud flag.

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5. Set up fraud and purchase alerts of your credit card account on your phone to monitor unauthorized activity.

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6. Use an RFID-blocking travel wallet to protect yourself against digital theft of your credit card information.

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7. Safeguard your PIN code and avoid using a debit card for purchases. It can be more difficult to recover if stolen.

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With these precautions, you can protect your credit card information and avoid fraud while traveling this summer.

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