World Travel Tips

Money & Currency Tips

Use American Express Traveler's Checks. Place receipts in separate location such as luggage.
Carry $200-300 in foreign currency.
Carry $20-30 one dollar bills.
If you are robbed of your passport, the U.S. Embassy will not issue you a new passport without payment. Make sure that you have a back up plan for getting money quickly.
When traveling to Third World countries, keep small change for pan handlers.
When leaving a country, get rid of your loose change. While you can exchange paper money in most countries, you cannot exchange loose change.
Beware of money changers. Make sure you know the exchange rate and amount before you exchange your currency. Know what to expect.
In some Third World countries, such as Morocco, their paper money cannot be taken out of the country. Be sure to keep your paper money supply low or spend it all before you leave.
Check the Internet for the latest currency rates or at your local bank.
Estimate your expenses before you leave. Have a day to day budget or plan.
Dollars can be exchanged at most airports and cities overseas.