How much cash should you carry on vacation?

A good rule of thumb, though, is that, on average, you should plan to carry between $50 and $100 per day in the currency of the country in which you're travelling.



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Carry cash with you, but not too much Carrying a little bit of cash in the local currency is also always a good idea when travelling just in case cards aren't accepted.

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It all depends on where you're going and what you plan to do during your trip. As you can see from our travel costs table above, some European cities are cheaper or more expensive than others. As a general rule, though, it's a good idea to budget at least $100 a day for your vacation.

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Other discreet and clever hiding places for valuables and cash in your clothing and on your body include:
  1. Money belts that look like real belts. These belts have zippered pockets for cash (although nothing larger).
  2. Money socks. ...
  3. Money-hiding shoes. ...
  4. Stash underwear. ...
  5. Money bra. ...
  6. A hair roller.


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So how much cash can you fly with? You can fly with any amount of cash. No law prohibits you from bringing any amount of money on a flight.

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With 10,000 USD, you could easily travel around Europe for a few weeks. You could stay in budget hostels and eat at local restaurants or cook your own meals. If you plan carefully and look for deals, it's possible to stretch that amount even further.

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You don't need to bring any cash. You might want to get 100 Euro from an ATM at the airport when you arrive in Italy and hit ATMs as needed throughout you trip. Consider getting larger sums to avoid the (roughly) $2 ATM fee everytime you use an ATM.

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Advantages of using cash If your spending discipline breaks down when you use credit cards, cash may be a better choice while you let loose on vacation. No foreign transaction fees: Many credit cards charge an extra fee of up to 3% on purchases made outside the country, although you can find cards that don't.

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2023 average vacation cost: Breakdown of travel, food and more. How much does the average vacation cost? The average vacation for one person in the U.S. costs about $1,919 per week. A vacation for two people will typically cost around $3,838 per week.

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You can use credit cards at most establishments in Italy. Hotels, restaurants, and shops usually accept credit cards in Italy. Outside of most establishments, you will see stickers of the cards they accept. The most widely used cards are Visa and Mastercard.

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Tipping at restaurants and cafés depends on the service When it comes to tipping at restaurants, Italians will tell you they only tip on truly exceptional service or when dining in the finest restaurants. Even then, they usually only tip an extra 10 to 15 percent, or often just the change left over from the bill.

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You'll get the best exchange rate. (This is assuming your cc balance is zero.) For two people I would budget about $2,000 for two weeks. But have more available in case you need it.

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It can be done, but you'd have to budget money carefully and watch how much you spend on food, sights, etc (and that takes away some fun & spontaneity. I prefer to go the 3 star route and free up extra spending money (I'd still avoid fancy dinners every night).

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I Spent 7 Months In Europe On Just $5,000—Here's How I Made My Money Stretch. Europe doesn't have to be expensive. Europe isn't exactly a budget destination—you can easily splash thousands on three days in a villa with that view of Santorini, or in the perfect Parisian apartment in the Montmartre.

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Be Vigilant in Crowded Places Crowded attractions, public transport, markets, and festivals are pickpockets' paradises. Be extra careful in such high-traffic locations. Keep your belongings in your sight at all times and avoid any physical contact with strangers.

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The waiter gets no extra tip (no tip at all) for bringing you the check. In fact Italian guests don't request the check at the table. They simply get up when they are ready and on the way out pay at the cash register (where the owner usually collect the money) more or less like when you go to the grocery store.

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