When I travel abroad - and much of my travel has been funded by credit cards over the years - I only use credit cards for emergencies. I am lucky to have a Nationwide debit card that does not charge at all for transactions overseas and lets you draw your cash interest free too! I am well aware that the cost of my trip will drastically escalate if I use any of my credit cards for purchases or cash.
Original text: The Downside - And The Advantages - Of Using Your Credit Card Abroad