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Bookmark or Share- best way to convert cash dollars to euros? - Rick StevesI know that ATMs are by far the most economical way to obtain Euros, but I happen to have some cash that I want to convert to Euros for an upcoming trip. What is the most economical (i.e., best exchange value, factoring in both exchange rates and transaction fees) method of doing this: - here...
- Where to get Euros in the US - Rick Steves Travel ForumOthers think it is better to have some Euros in hand before arrival. Far be it for me to tell anyone what to do, but consider this. If you wait until arrival to get Euros, there is the inconvenience of having to find a machine, the stress of hoping it works (they do occasionally malfunction), and doing it all while somewhat jet lagged.
- Euros in US or at ATM in Germany - Rick Steves Travel ForumGetting euros while in Europe is as easy as using an ATM in the states. But the downsides to waiting are (1) you will have to find an ATM, (2) hope it works (they do malfunction at times), and (3) perhaps doing it while jet lagged and on new ground. Get 100 Euros from a local bank or AAA and be done with it.
- Best way to exchange US dollars for euros - Rick Steves Travel ForumYou get Euros that are stored in the machine, not just for tourists, but locals as well. The exchange rate is taken care of by the card network at the best possible rate. Decline any offer that shows how many USD you will be charged, since it will be worse than what the network will give you, you just don't know exactly what that will be.
- Please break down Euro money - Rick Steves Travel ForumAs Lee says above, they have a 2 Euro coin and no paper 1 Euros. You don't see paper until the 5 Euro bill. Also, here's a brief description from a euro coin website -- Euro Coins Specifications There are 8 different euro coins denominations. These are 2 and 1 euros, then 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents, one of each totals 3.88 euro.
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