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Travel Money Guides

We regularly conduct surveys and publish reports on how far your money will go in different destinations and for different trip types around the world. We’ve shared them here, plus other tips to help you holiday cash go further.

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How to avoid holiday scams

We all look forward to our holidays. Unfortunately, though, more and more ...

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Holiday Spending Report

From European hotspots to far-flung destinations, UK travellers are making ...

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Travel money tips

Travelling abroad? These tips will help you get sorted with your foreign ...

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Prepaid currency cards and how to use them

Prepaid currency cards are a secure way to make purchases on trips abroad. They ...

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Free yourself from the hassle of cash at festivals

One of the joys of summer are the many music festivals playing across the ...

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Guide to tipping abroad

Knowing how much to tip in a café, restaurant, taxi or for another service can ...

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Family Holiday Report 2024

Looking to enjoy the sunshine without breaking the bank? New research from Post ...

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Motoring on the Continent Report

If you’re driving in Europe this year, Andorra’s your best bet for the cheapest ...

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Holiday Money Report 2024

Long-haul destinations offer the best value for UK holidaymakers this year, ...

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Avoid dynamic currency conversion

To avoid currency conversion fees abroad, always choose ‘local currency’ ...

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Autumn sunshine report – which islands offer best value for tourists?

Post Office Travel Money unveils the first Islands in the Sun Holiday Barometer ...

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Christmas Markets Report 2023

Kickstarting your festive prep with a short getaway this year? The Post Office ...

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4 travel money scams and watchouts: keep your holiday funds safe

Going on holiday is an exciting time for families. To make sure it stays fun, ...

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City Costs Barometer: the best value city breaks

Eastern Europe leads the way for the best value city breaks this year. And ...

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How to plan a European city break on a budget

We’ve shared some tips on how to save money both when planning a trip and while ...

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Post Office Travel Money Ski Report 2024

Our annual survey of European ski resorts compares local prices for adults and ...

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Long Haul Holiday Report 2024

Cape Town, South Africa, has regained its position as the best-value long haul ...

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