I just applied for a credit card and I'm astonished that I could have lived all those years without creditcard.

Visa credit cards are just that handy: I use my credit card all day long and have saved me many dollars up till now. How, do you ask? Well, instead of going to the consumer electronics store around the corner, I do some research on the net: compare prices, service, shipping, and so on. Afterwards I can often find that saves me some dollars.

Another way my Visa card adds value to my life is through bonuses: the Visa company regularly sends me checks because I use my Visa card so much. And when I travel, I don't need to arrange an additional travel insurance anymore: my Visa card has it covered.

Should my luggage arrive late, my flight arrives later, have to go to the hospital… I can demand a compensation without much trouble.

So it's worth the effort looking for a credit card that suits you personally. A great starting point are the credit card information sites: such a site is "creditcard Info" aimed at the Dutch market. And don't have to be afraid that you will be stuck to your card! You can cancel it any moment.