In addition to the aforementioned ways to avoid hidden fees, a traveler looking to avoid hassle should always remember to inquire about whether his or her credit card company is accepted at a destination and to notify that company about planned trips to avoid account suspensions due to suspicious use.

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This might sound convenient enough to some customers who want to avoid the hassle of going to a store and the inevitable gas charges.

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So what are the best ways to avoid that hassle?

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