Travel money

Holiday Money Report 2025

Find the best-value holiday destinations for 2025. Read our report on holiday costs around the world.

How to avoid holiday scams

We all look forward to our holidays. Unfortunately, though, more and more people are being affected by holiday fraud and scams. Read our guide to help avoid being left ...

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 you’re away, wherever you end up visiting.

Prepaid currency cards and how to use them

Prepaid currency cards are a secure way to make purchases on trips abroad. They can be a handy alternative to paying with cash and debit or credit cards.

Long Haul Holiday Report 2024

Cape Town, South Africa, has regained its position as the best-value long haul destination for the first time in six years, according to the latest Long Haul Holiday ...

Motoring on the Continent Report

If you’re driving in Europe this year, Andorra’s your best bet for the cheapest fuel. That’s according to our latest report on fuel prices in the continent’s holiday ...

Where and how much to tip abroad

Understanding if and how to tip when you’re travelling can be tricky, especially with different customs around the world.

Post Office Travel Money Ski Report 2025

Discover the best value European ski resorts for adults and families of four.

Travel money: How to make the most of your money on holiday

Jetting away? Don’t forget your travel money. Whether you’re planning to pay with foreign currency, a prepaid travel card or both, getting savvy about your spending ...

Free yourself from the hassle of cash at festivals

One of the joys of summer are the many music festivals playing across the globe. If you’re hitting the festival circuit overseas, managing your money can be a headache.

Christmas Markets Report 2024

Planning a short trip to get into the Christmas spirit? The Post Office Christmas Markets Report shows where you can get the best value for your money.

Choosing the right card for spending abroad

Credit, debit or prepaid travel cards? Using the right card when you’re abroad could save you money and help your holiday funds go even further.

Avoid dynamic currency conversion

To avoid currency conversion fees abroad, always choose ‘local currency’ whether you’re withdrawing cash from an international ATM or spending on a prepaid travel money ...

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

Post Office Travel Money unveils the first Islands in the Sun Holiday Barometer of destinations exempt from UK quarantine.

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, it's crucial to be aware of the tricks and traps tourists can fall foul of.

Savvy holiday spending with the Post Office travel app

Travel smarter with the Post Office travel app. Paired with a Travel Money Card, it’s your ultimate holiday money manager – and more.

Holiday Spending Report 2025

Two-thirds of us are planning to swap grey skies for sunny shores this year. But many UK holidaymakers are feeling the squeeze when it comes to their holiday budgets.

Family Holiday Report 2025

Discover the best-value European destinations for families with our annual report on local costs for holiday essentials.