Originally Posted by
Boraxo
There is no need whatsoever to write down account numbers. Any CSR can locate the appropriate accounts by asking the appropriate personal questions (including the heralded SSN) when you call. More important: Add the overseas customer service numbers to your palm, blackberry, ipod etc. so that you have them handy if needed, and maybe send yourself an email (with scanned passports) so that you can access them from the internet in the event you lose everything.
Packing account #s and copies of cards in luggage is just like sending out an invitation to fraud. And don't forget to put your backup cards (and passports) in the hotel safe when not in use.
You're all right on about the acct. #'s. No more!
I already send myself emails with all my cc info, and I have scanned images of my passport, DL, and SS card on my laptop (another lesson learned when my wallet was stolen -- thank goodness my hubby had scanned images of all those things on his computer at home, and could send them to the hotel manager, who printed them out for me to use to get through airport security.) I don't usually have my laptop with me when I'm out and about but the iPod idea is great - thanks!
I've never traveled in Europe - do all hotels have a safe? I hate the thought of handing everything over to someone else...hmmm....are they really SAFE?