My journey started on Sep 21, from Boston to NYC, flight to Egypt then Turkey, back to Boston! Carrying $100 just in case and 3 bitcoins in my wallet!
Fuck If I will ever carry credit card, or cash any more:
1- I used Localbitcoins for cash! Search for best local currency rate!
2- How much I save from credit card fees and Fiat exchanges: $305.
3- Is it save to deal with Localbitcoins in person overseas? Yes, so amazing nice guys, you are making friends
You should try it! & $100 stayed with me! and I spent less than 1.9 btc in both countries!!!
That is actually a great feeling. Currently a lot of places are accepting bitcoin as a method of payment, which makes travelling easier if you are willing to use bitcoins.
I think its safe to use localbitcoins in foreign countries, you just have to ensure that you will be able to access the cash. Exchanging your bitcoins for PayPal might make it easier.
I should also consider travelling with bitcoins at a later stage, surely it might be an awesome experience.