Is it better to use ATM machines in Europe (Paris in particular) or exchange US dollars at banks or perhaps Am Ex offices? Thanks.
Posted by
LaGrange, Ga, USA
1178 posts
Recommend ATM machine...be sure to let your bank know you will in eurpoe. Less trouble, no hassle, and I have had no problem....the bank there may set a daily limit on the withdrawal...so, get some each day...
Posted by
Pensacola
9110 posts
'...so, get some each day...' or just go to another bank in the next block. That way you're only working against the withdrawel limit of your bank. In fact, sometimes, you can even get another chunk out of the same ATM if you work the process twice.
Posted by
Honolulu/Seattle, HI/WA, USA
2788 posts
This question gets asked at least once a week. Go to "Graffiti Wall" then to "Money/Communication" then to "ATMs: Minimizing your Fees" elsewhere on this web site to see what information is there. Taking US money to Europe to exchange there for the local currency is the most costly of your options.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23550 posts
And you would be lucky to find an Am Express office or anyone who will take Am Express.
Posted by
Texan in CA
4412 posts
If you listen closely you can hear the shutters slamming shut on those venerable old AMEX offices; kinda sad...(sigh)...