Currency Converter
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View prices in your own currency, or translate your travel budget into European
money.
The Euro
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Sixteen European countries have replaced their national currencies with the euro.
Our article includes links to
Web resources about the euro, and it has photos of euro banknotes and coins.
ATMs and Currency
Exchange
Machines
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These tips includes information on machines that let you exchange banknotes for local
currency.
ATM "Conversion Fees"
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If you thought ATM withdrawals were a way to avoid high currency-exchange
commissions, think again--and be prepared to find a new bank.
Using a Credit Card
in Europe
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Plastic is widely accepted in European countries, but there are a few things you
need to know before you leave home.
Credit-Card Surcharges
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Some Visa and MasterCard issuers charge hidden fees of 2%
to 5% on foreign-currency transactions, and American Express has doubled its
conversion fee.
Visa
TravelMoney Cards
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These prepaid cards combine the convenience of an ATM or debit card with the
refundability of traveler's checks--but the fees, especially for currency
conversion, are mind-boggling.
Traveler's Checks
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ATMs and credit cards have made traveler's checks (or cheques) one step shy of
obsolete, but if you plan on using them, read our article first.
Tax-free Shopping
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If you're a visitor from overseas, you may be entitled to refunds of
value-added tax on many European purchases. Learn the rules about VAT
refunds before you shop--and before you board the plane for home.
Money-Saving European Travel Tips
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Don't let a weak dollar or pound sterling disrupt your travel plans. A vacation
in Europe (or, for UK residents, a holiday on the Continent) can
be cheaper than you think.
Durant
& Cheryl Imboden's
