This week you investigate the financial services you currently rely on to uncover which ones will best serve you while you're in World of Away and which ones won't.

Best banks and credit cards for World of Away

BankRate.com

NerdWallet.com

CompareCards.com

WalletHub.com

Forbes.com

LA Times

Other financial tips

Managing your credit score

Make the most of your credit card rewards

Mint.com - debt management tool

Oh, and here's the shortbread cookie recipe Shaun mentioned. Enjoy!