Pre paid credit cards look set to become extremely popular for Brits heading off on holiday this summer. Working much like a pay as you go mobile phone holiday makers who don’t want to take loads of cash on holiday can have a pre paid card which can be topped up as a when they need more money.

The big advantage for many using prepaid credit cards abroad is that other credit cards trend to be subject to higher charges when being used abroad, but with prepaid cards the money is already on the card. This is what many experts believe will be the crucial advantage which will give pre paid cards the advantage over its competitors.

With many looking to save money during the recession prepaid cards could be the perfect solution for holiday makers across the UK, avoiding credit card charges will save a lot money in the long run during this time of recession.