In my experience, the best way to get your Euros is to call your bank and let them know you're going overseas, then just withdraw Euros from the ATM's there. Then you'll only get charged the dollar or two for withdrawing from an ATM that isn't from your bank, and won't get charged the crazy percentage fee from the currency exchange place.
If you don't call your bank ahead of time, they won't let you withdraw your money internationally and it will be HUGE DISASTER TIME. So make sure to CALL THEM!
But do bring a little bit of cash just in case anything goes awry.
Have a safe flight and a fun time! Eat lots of delicious food! Get some fabulous shoes!
Thank you so much for the banking advice I contacted them last week to let them know I was going to Paris. They sent me an email with all the info it. My bank told me they will charge me $2 to use any atm in the world.
Thanks for the well wishes I hope to bring home atleast one pair eehehehehehehe. I can't wait to eat mmmm num num France!!!!!
I agree with the previous commenter that the best way to get Euros is to call your bank beforehand and withdraw cash. If you can't withdraw from ATMS there for any reason, banks usually give the best rates...Airports charge more usually, since they're catching the impulse currency buyers. The high demand for exchange at airports drives up their prices, just like gas is more expensive near an airport for rental returns
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Thank you so much for your veteran advice miss world travler!!!I did indeed contact my bank last week to let them know I am leaving the country and will be using my debit card. I think I am going to take out $60 to change, and to have ya know as oh shit money lol. I think I should be good I hope to fall asleep on the plane. If not I get in to Paris way before the rest of my party so I might have to take a nap..I know for shame. I can't wait to share the pictures with you!!! :D <3
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If you don't call your bank ahead of time, they won't let you withdraw your money internationally and it will be HUGE DISASTER TIME. So make sure to CALL THEM!
But do bring a little bit of cash just in case anything goes awry.
Have a safe flight and a fun time! Eat lots of delicious food! Get some fabulous shoes!
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Thanks for the well wishes I hope to bring home atleast one pair eehehehehehehe. I can't wait to eat mmmm num num France!!!!!
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I can't wait to share the pictures with you!!! :D
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I hope you travel(ed) safely!
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