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You need cash now, but you don't get paid for a few more days. You always have the option of getting a cash advance through your credit card, but should you?

It's easy to rack up credit card debt while on summer vacation. After all, finances are probably the last thing on your mind, and you have a handy credit card in your wallet whenever you need something.

There's something about loading up the car, putting on some awesome tunes, and hitting the open road that appeals to everyone — young or old. It's the sense of freedom, the promise of fun times, and the relative ease that has made road-tripping one of the great American traditions.

Whether you're looking for a fun day out, a weekend getaway, or a longer vacation, safety is always a primary concern when choosing where to go. Reading the news each day can make you feel like the U.S. is an overwhelmingly dangerous place to travel within.