Saving Money in Europe

Money matters when traveling in Europe—Credit cards and ATMs, traveler's checks and getting VAT taxes back from customs, and how to save money every step of the way, both when planning a trip and while taking a European vacation

This section covers all the money issues, from how to get the best exchange rate and using credit cards and ATMs in Europe to how to get the VAt tax refunded. And, of course, the main point of...well, really this entire site: how to save money on your trip.

Here are all the shortcuts to find ways to cut costs on airfare, rail travel, rental cars, hotels, restaurants, sightseeing, and more—along with some of the worst ideas I've run across where people try to save money but really end up just short-changing their vacations.

Section Index

GETTING MONEY Currencies Changing money ATMs Credit cards Traveler's checks Cold hard cash Wiring money Rip-offs & scams

SAVINGS TIPS 12 Steps to cheaper airfare Use no-frills airlines Save on trains Save on car rentals Save on hotels Sleep for free Save on dining Save on sightseeing Free sightseeing Honeymoon tips Worst savings tips

SHOPPING & TAXES Europe's top gifts Top shopping tips Top 10 markets Art of haggling Clothing sizes Metric system Getting VAT back US customs

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