Should I take Travellers Cheques instead of foreign currency and credit/debit cards?
The best advice is to take a variety of payment methods and travel money when you go away. Travellers Cheques are useful because: • they are safer than cash • they don’t expire • they can be used as cash in thousands of shops, hotels and restaurants around the world • they can be replaced if they are lost or stolen Credit cards are useful for buying goods that you might want to bring home, as they have certain insurance benefits It’s always useful to take some local currency to pay for things like refreshments and taxis etc. Debit cards for ATMs are a good emergency measure, although in most cases you will incur charges for foreign transactions and using the ATM abroad – it’s a good idea to check with your bank before you leave.
