Crown Currency vs S Money
Crown Currency and S Money both allow Australians to buy currency online. But which one is the cheapest? While S Money has the best exchange rates, it does have a service fee. This means that to find the cheapest option, you need to look at the total cost of the currency including all the fees.... Continue reading→
3 Trustworthy Alternatives to Crown Currency
Crown Currency is one of Australia's biggest currency exchange services but they are not your only choice. Here are 3 currency exchange providers like Crown Currency that have some of the best exchange rates in Australia. S Money Travelex Travel Money Oz
Currency in Europe
A Travel Money Guide to Europe Travelling to Europe is considered a 'right of passage' by many Australians. In fact it is one of the most popular places to travel to from Australia. With countries like France, Germany, Italy and Spain there is no shortage of fabulous things to see, eat and experience. To make... Continue reading→
When is the Best Time to Exchange AUD to GBP?
Just after Christmas on December 27 2023, the AUD - GBP went up to 0.5362, making it the best time to exchange AUD to GBP in the last 12 months. The low point for the exchange rate (or the worst time to buy British Pounds) in the last year came on August 5, 2024 when... Continue reading→
When is the Best Time to Exchange AUD to NZD?
In the last 12 months, the best time to exchange AUD to NZD, was on June 30, 2024 when the AUD/NZD exchange rate reached 1.1148 compared with the current rate of . In contrast, the worst time was on February 24, 2024 when it plunged to 1.0579. Is it a good time to buy... Continue reading→
When is the Best Time to Exchange AUD to Yen?
The best time to exchange AUD to Yen in the last 12 months was on July 11, 2024. This is because the AUD/JPY hit 109.10. The same applies to anyone transferring money to Japan. In contrast, the worst time in the past year was only a few weeks after the peak on August 5,... Continue reading→
When is the Best Time to Exchange AUD to USD?
If you are travelling overseas from Australia, the best time to buy US dollars with Australian dollars in the last year was on December 28 2023. This is because the AUD/USD peaked at 0.6853 and has been range bound since. The same applies to anyone transferring money overseas in US dollars. On the other side... Continue reading→
4 Safe Alternatives to ANZ Foreign Currency Exchange
This year, ANZ discontinued offering a service to exchange foreign currency banknotes and coins. It means there are now only 4 Australian banks offering currency exchange as a service. While it has left a lot of ANZ customers looking for an alternative, luckily, there are plenty of safe options that are easier and cheaper... Continue reading→
Why You Can’t Find a Travel Money Oz Stores in 2021
If you have used Travel Money Oz in the past to exchange money, you might be wondering - why can't I find them anywhere? Well, the latest update from Travel Money Oz indicated that all their stores are closed until further notice. Unfortunately, this is a similar story with many currency exchange brands and even... Continue reading→
Easily the 3 Best Ways to Buy Foreign Currency
There are many different ways to buy currency in Australia but a lot of them are expensive, unsafe, slow and full of hidden costs. Often, the best way to buy foreign currency will depend on your situation. The top ways to buy foreign currency are: Ordering online - either delivery or click and collect. In person -... Continue reading→
