It is simply amazing how more complex our boating has become in 20 yrs. In 1984 we planned ahead to take on fuel at Bermuda, Horta, Gibraltor and well known ports in the med. There never was a problem in getting fuel right at the marinas or towns close by. Although we had credit cards we had enough "cash" with us in case of refusal to use credit. By cash I mean American Express travel checks. There was always a bank or currency house to exchange them. Now if you are speaking of real outports where facilities may not be present I would suggest a fuel plan to take on fuel at major ports and always maximize your filling.( regardless of price). Do not assume there is fuel everywhere you may land. If you have a passage maker you should be good for at least 2500-3000 miles. Regards. Leonard Stern, Indifference.