You haven’t really lived until you have run out of money while traveling. Experiencing the rush of being in an unfamiliar city without a dime to you name is part of being a traveler. Figuring out ways to make that final can of baked beans last a week so that you can save money to take the bus to your next destination is something that should be taught in all public schools.
Another thing that should be part of the traveling curriculum is the ancient art of money transfers. These can literally save your bacon.
Western Union is making money transfers to bank accounts easier than ever now that they can be made online. Your friends or loved ones simply crank up their computers, plop down their credit card numbers and within three days your bank account will be flush with cash and you won’t ever have to eat baked beans for a week straight again.
Seriously, this is a pretty good development in the world of money transfers and something that could be very handy if you find yourself in a tight spot while on the road.