Do I need to get pounds before going to London?

If you have plenty of time before leaving, then you should consider getting some pounds or find a travel card that suits you. The security of having some British pounds as soon as you arrive in London is nice but make sure you always find the best place to exchange your money.



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The rate used by your card provider when paying in local currency will in most cases be lower than that of the merchant, or foreign bank, when paying in sterling. Some retailers outside the UK might automatically assume you want to pay in pounds unless you say otherwise, so always double check the amount before paying.

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We recommend the following budget per person for 7 days in the UK: Budget trip: £385. Mid-range trip: £945. Luxury trip: £2000.

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Us dollars are not generally accepted in the UK. Nor, in fact, are Euros. With the exception of places like airport stores, you'll need to use UK currency in cash or a payment card during your time in the UK.

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In most cases, paying by card is more convenient than cash, though we do recommend carrying a small amount of cash for parking, taxis, small purchases and tips. Ideally, take a Wise Mastercard and a Visa debit or credit card with you – plus a small amount of cash.

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Which way will you pay in the UK? In most cases, paying by card is more convenient than cash, though we do recommend carrying a small amount of cash for parking, taxis, small purchases and tips. Ideally, take a Wise Mastercard and a Visa debit or credit card with you – plus a small amount of cash.

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Buy currency before you travel.
Doing so gives you time to shop around for the best rate. Plus, when you arrive, you won't have to immediately find a bank or currency exchange. Do some research ahead of time to see if US dollars are widely accepted at places you plan to go to.

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It is cheaper to exchange money at the bank (or by using an ATM) than the airport. That's because currency exchange stores and kiosks at the airports mark up the exchange rate to make a profit. They know that travelers who just got off a plane probably need money right away.

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Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in most European cities. American Express is too, but perhaps less widely. Paying by card can be easier and more convenient. You don't need to worry about changing money at a foreign exchange counter, or worry about security when carrying cash around with you.

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It isn't enough for accomodation, not really even if the whole £500 is just for the accomodation. Accommodation would cost more than that, and you would have to have at least £300 for food. If you wanted to visit places like the Tower of London, and even St Paul's Cathedral you would need about £200 for that.

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tipping is more and more common; Americans are accustomed to leaving 20% at minimum, however the most common practice in the UK is to leave between 10 and 12%. In nicer restaurants up to 15% (provided that the service charge is not included) is a good rule of thumb.

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Overall, you can plan to spend an average of around £75-£180 per day while visiting London. The lower costs will apply if you\x27re staying outside ... A 1-day metro ticket for zones 1 and 2 (where most tourist attractions are) costs 6.60 Pounds and the 1-day Travelcard for the same areas costs ...

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When accepting a credit card over the phone, you should always key in the complete information: card number, expiration date, CSV code and the customer's full name as it appears on the card. You should also request the customer's complete billing and shipping addresses – including ZIP codes – and phone number.

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