Managing your Money
A European vacation represents a major financial investment, complicated by dealing in foreign currencies. These links provide information to help you best manage and protect your finances while making your travel arrangements and actually traveling in Europe. (See this page for tips on traveling more economically.)
Money Conversion
ATMs and Credit Cards
European ATM Locations American Express, Visa (Plus), and MasterCard (Cirrus)
Credit card fees (Consumer Reports)
Capital One Visa A credit card with no European currency exchange fees (plus reward points or cash back options)
Tipping
Tipping guides for European countries
Shopping, Taxes and Customs
Bring it Home (US Customs)
US Customs Information for International Travelers
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance Importance of travel insurance and what to look for
Travel Insurance When do you need it?
Insure My Trip An excellent resource to find the travel insurance that best meets your needs.