Cash or Card in Europe? Why You Still Need Euros

With contactless everywhere, it is tempting to travel cardless, but most trips still call for some euros. The cheapest way to cover that is to buy euros in advance from a commission-free provider such as Travel FX rather than relying on cash machines or airport desks abroad.

Where cash still rules

Tips, markets, small cafes, taxis, parking and rural venues often prefer or require cash. Having euros on hand avoids awkward moments and surcharges.

The cost of relying on cards abroad

Overseas cash withdrawals and some card payments can carry fees or poor conversion rates. A sensible amount of cash bought at a fair rate beforehand sidesteps that.

Sorting the cash

Travel FX has traded for over 18 years, offers more than 60 currencies and holds a 5-star Trustpilot score from around 32,800 reviews, with online ordering and delivery or collection.

Carry a card for big spends and euros for everything else, and you are covered.