Safe in the City

With predictions that Brits will be heading to the Big Apple following the premiere of the andlsquo;Sex and the City' film - and take advantage of the weak dollar -

American Express Travellers Cheques is reminding shoppers on the importance of safety whilst carrying their cash on State-side shopping sprees.

Whilst shoppers' concentration may be aimed at finding the best bargain fashion buys, the last thing they are going to want to worry about is looking after wads of cash.

American Express is reminding the big spenders that Travellers Cheques can be used in New York like cash in almost all shops, restaurants and hotels, with the added advantage being that your money is insured against loss or theft.

Although budgeting may not be on some shoppers' minds, American Express Travellers Cheques also make a great budgeting tool, because as well as being safe, spenders also have the advantage of being able to see how much money they have left - something that is not so easy with a card.

Kirstie Bayley, Vice President, American Express Travellers Cheques comments: "The best way of managing your money whilst abroad is to use a mixed travel money wallet, including cash, cards and Travellers Cheques.

The last thing people want to worry about when on holiday is money and Travellers Cheques can give shoppers complete peace of mind and security when abroad so they can concentrate on enjoying their trip.

A good idea is to buy your Travellers Cheques now whilst the pound is strong against the dollar so you can lock in the favourable rate.

Travellers Cheques never expire, so you can keep them for future use too.".

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