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We sometimes hear suggestions that a canny traveller can get a better rate on exchanging Australian Dollars (AUD) to Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) in Bali. One

Heading off on a trip to Europe and want to know the foreign currency that you need to take with you? This handy guide will

…when it’s cheaper to buy, all round! Travelling to Scotland?  If so, you will encounter banknotes issued by Scottish banks. Scottish banknotes have identical face

KEY POINTS India’s government withdraws 500-rupee and 1,000-rupee notes, with immediate effect, and without notice No current exchange mechanism available through Crown Currency Exchange Potential

International travellers looking to drive their dollar further should stick to cash, so long as they feel confident about their personal security. Some destinations are

When travelling to South East Asia, we recommend you use cash for your foreign currency needs. You’ll need cash for buying street food, cheap souvenirs

At Crown Currency Exchange, we always recommend using cash for your foreign currency needs. Cash is better value for money, and has some genuine practical

Savvy travellers go Web Surfing to find a Good Money Changer. Regardless of whether you’re looking on the Internet, reading ads or following a recommendation,

From the rugged, wild beauty of Himalayan mountains to white powdery snowfields in Hokkaido, and high-tech cities, East Asia offers Australians a diversity of travel

The value of the Aussie dollar has had a less than stellar year. With it hovering around the 0.77USD, you need to find ways to

When you travel to Canada, it is best to pay in local currency (CAD) instead of USD. We show you the top three benefits of

As I often explain, the AUS dollar exchange rates you hear quoted in news reports refer to the rates between countries or the market rate.

There’s no doubt about it that school is an important aspect of your child’s education. But, there’s nothing like an overseas adventure to expand their

We are over the moon to have been ranked No 1 for trading foreign currency in Sydney! Independent agency, The Currency Shop, ranked a large

10 ways you can save money and get the best deals for your next holiday. Sometimes getting the best holiday deals and knowing where to

Summer holidays are around the corner and you may be doing ‘last-minute’ planning for an international trip. Whether your ideal summer destination involves lazing about

A December 2015 article in The Australian newspaper highlights the need for vigilance and care in relation to the increasing scourge that is identity theft,

Travellers sometimes assume that the safest currency to take on their overseas trip is USD. The US dollar is the most popular currency globally and

Hiding your age can work against you at the money exchange! Seniors should be sure to disclose their age, as often, there are special deals

Pardon the play on this famous work. I thought of it when I spoke to a tourist from the middle east this year. It’s not

Here at Crown, we always recommend using foreign cash when travelling abroad. Cash offers the best value, is quick, and using cash instead of cards

Sipping cocktails while lounging on a deck chair on a South Pacific cruise is a travel dream for many Australians. In fact, Aussies love cruise

Identity theft is a growing problem worldwide. Travellers are at a greater risk of identity theft as they use their credit cards and share their

At Crown Currency Exchange, we’re proud to recommend that our customers use foreign cash when travelling abroad, when considering the options available (and, in particular,

Before you head off overseas, there’s a list of ‘must-do’ things you need to organise. The golden rule is to start early. The more prepared

Mount Agung, in East Bali, has erupted for the first time in over fifty years. Thousands of tourists remain stranded on the island. Some airlines

In 2017, over 850,000 Australians headed off overseas every month. That’s an astounding number of travellers. Even more astounding is that Australians pay a whopping

Winter’s here again and if you’re anything like us, you’re dreaming of being warm, sitting on a sunnybeach with a nice cool drink in hand.

The 2017 Easter break runs from Friday, 14 April to Monday to 17 April April 2017. Here are our tips for making the best of your

You’ve just survived a 12-hour international flight, cooped up in economy seating. Falling victim to a clever scam artist is the last thing you want

Want to travel to a country where you get great bang for your buck with the Australian dollar? Over the past 12 months, the Australian