Currency in Tahiti
A Travel Money Guide to Tahiti Tahiti, the Queen of the South Pacific, is the largest in the French Polynesian chain of islands. But it isn’t a budget destination and to get the most out of your trip, it’s a good idea to learn everything you can about the local currency and payment options before... Continue reading→
Currency in Argentina
The Travel Money Guide to Argentina Argentina, home to the tango and smokey grills, fútbol (soccer), and the vast Andes ranges, it's a favourite location in South America. You mostly pay cash, so it's a good idea to learn everything you can about the local currency and payment options before you go. The currency... Continue reading→
Currency in Sweden
A Travel Money Guide to Sweden Sweden, the land of the Nobel Prize and northern lights, is often said to be expensive, but actually not everything in Sweden is expensive if you learn all you can about the local currency and payment options before you go. The currency that is used in Sweden In... Continue reading→
4 Australian Banks That Still Have Foreign Currency Exchange Services
If you are heading overseas and want to buy foreign currency from a bank, there are only few left in Australia that offer foreign exchange as a service. Regardless of the bank, amount you need or currency you are buying, it can be very expensive and incredibly slow. If you are still keen to use... Continue reading→
Currency in Russia
A Travel Money Guide to Russia Russia offers many different types of travel experiences, treks in the wilderness, exploring lots of historical sites and train journeys. While it is a modest budget destination, to get the most out of your trip, it’s a good idea to learn everything you can about the local currency and... Continue reading→
Currency in Turkey
A Travel Money Guide to Turkey The Republic of Türkiye (Turkey) has attracted tourists centuries and with its amazing historical sites like Aya Sofya, scrumptious food and coastal vistas. Even though it is a moderate costing destination, it’s a good idea to learn everything you can about the local currency and payment options before you... Continue reading→
Currency in India
A Travel Money Guide to India India is one of our favourite places in Asia for the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal, the glorious Goa beaches, and its interesting cities like Rajasthan, Mumbai and Varanasi. To get the most out of your trip, it’s a good idea to learn everything you can about the... Continue reading→
3 Significantly Better Options to Currency Exchange at Sydney Airport
Currency exchange at Sydney Airport can be a real rip-off. If you are exchanging a small amount under $200, you could lose up to 30% of your money in loaded exchange rates and money changer fees. There are only 2 money exchange options at Sydney International Airport - ANZ or Travelex. If you are already... Continue reading→
Tax on Currency Exchange for Travel Money and Travellers’ Cheques
If you want to exchange large amounts of money for your trip abroad, it’s natural to wonder whether you’ll be taxed and whether it’s better to exchange your foreign currency overseas. The good news is that in Australia, you don't have to pay tax on currency exchange if you're simply buying foreign cash for a... Continue reading→
Why You Can’t Find an American Express (AMEX) Currency Exchange Store
If you have used American Express in the past to buy some travel money, you might be wondering - why can't I find them anywhere? Well, unfortunately, American Express has stopped buying or selling currency in cash. AMEX currency exchange closed their Australian stores. They also closed their wholesale division and no longer offer customers... Continue reading→
