I want to backpack through various parts of Europe. With the dollar lower than the euro, is it a good idea to exchange now in case the dollar falls lower against the euro in the future or should I hang on to my money and exchange it only when I travel. I am considering the UK (pound) and also croatia (HRK) in addition to places where the euro is used. I am hoping to travel sometime this year. Any and all opinions are welcome. Also travel tips if you have done this in the past are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
2007-01-07 10:03:09 · 4 answers · asked by Akela 4 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
The best bet is to keep your money in the bank! Use an ATM card when you feel you need the money. It saves on carrying travellers checks around and worrying if you'll lose it or something. But it all depends on where you think you will be. Xchange Pounds if you are going to be in the UK. But If you carry Pounds and when you go to Europe, you have ultimately xchanged twice. From US$ to Pounds, and then when you xchange it in Europe, to Euro.
If you keep $ as is, then use the ATM to withdraw what you need. If you have a creditcard, that is good too.
No need to exchange in advance. I use the ATM all the time.
2007-01-07 10:08:01 · answer #1 · answered by WildRice 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt if the dollar will get any worse but you never know what your man Bush has up his sleeve?!
I suggest dont change it now and concentrate on planning on where you are going more first. Then you can budge better and nearer the time this will give you a better indication of how much you will need.
2007-01-08 01:23:48 · answer #2 · answered by aveitpeter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the airport they can help you. Ask for the currency exchange dept.
2007-01-07 18:06:31 · answer #3 · answered by amaridge3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the bank
2007-01-08 19:37:26 · answer #4 · answered by Stranger on Earth™ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋