Is it best to get your euros before you go or just change over there? Also is there any problems using credit cards to buy gifts etc??
Posted by
Atlanta
800 posts
Pam - get your Euros from an ATM in Italy. There is no problem using credi cards to buy gifts etc. at places that take credit cards. We found AmX to be taken less frequently in Italy than in some other countries.
Posted by
West Lafayette
11 posts
Take some with you and get more as needed from ATM's with a debit card
Posted by
Minneapolis, MN, USA
8700 posts
There are some important things to do BEFORE leaving home to be sure your credit cards and ATM cards will work in Europe. Read Rick's article on the subject: www.ricksteves.com/plan/tips/moneytip.htm.
Posted by
Virginia, USA
5847 posts
I always get a couple hundred Euros from my bank before I go and the rest I get along the way as I travel from ATMs. This is a personal preference. I like having money with me when I arrive so that I don't have to go to the ATM as soon as I arrive.