In Reply to: use your cards posted by dennisc on Wednesday, 25. March 2009 at 13:41 Bali Time:
We do let the bank know the dates of our trip and I actually pay extra off our credit card before we go, so that we are using our own money. We then use our card only for the Hotel bill, big purchases and the more expensive restaurants but the secret is to never, but never, let it out of your sight. Also, if they say one swipe is no good, you ask for the paperwork so it doesn't stay with them. Most purchases we pay cash.