Currency Exchange & Spending on Your European Vacation

You probably won’t want to carry a lot of cash with you when you set off for your vacation in Europe because of the risk of loss or theft. However, it’s a good idea to have some notes with you when you arrive at your destination just in case you need to buy something at the airport or have an emergency need for cash before you can get to a bank.
You’ll probably see some currency exchange kiosks or shops at the airport when you arrive. However, these places tend to offer the worse exchange rates, so it’s much better to buy your foreign currency before you leave the US. Whether you need euros or pound sterling, you should order the currency at least 3-4 weeks before your departure. Most US banks will be able to supply you with the currency you need especially if you have a checking …