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Don’t Pay Commissions in Money Exchanges
The AUS dollar exchange rates you hear quoted in news reports refer to the rates between countries or the market rate. It’s understandable customers sometimes

Top seven international travel destinations this summer
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

Is it Cheaper to Buy Currency Abroad?
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

Web Surfing for a Good Money Changer?
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,

Travel Money Guide for Europe
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

Currency Top Tips
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

Top 10 Ways to Save Money on your Holiday
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

Top Three Reasons to Pay by Local Currency Instead of USD
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

Crown Currency Exchange Rated Number One In Sydney.
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

Withdrawal of certain Indian Rupee banknotes
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

Seven tips to protect yourself from identity theft when travelling
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

Foreign Currency Exchange: Don’t Get Ripped Off With Travel Money Cards
When you start preparing for your holiday you will find the option of using a prepaid travel money card. At face value, these little pieces

Why Cash is King
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

Top 5 Overseas Family Travel Destinations
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

Cash is King! Our Top Ten!
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

How to Avoid Common Airport Scams
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

Five Travel Destinations Where the Australian Dollar is Strong
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

Top Travel Money Tips For Cruises
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

Travel Money Tips for East Asia
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

Top 5 Islands to Visit During the Australian Winter
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.

Travel money tips for South East Asia
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

Identity theft: stay vigilant!
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,

1001 Arabian Nightmares
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

Eight Ways to Prepare for Your Overseas Trip
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

Should I Pay with USD or Local Currency in Canada?
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

When is a pound not a pound…?
…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

I can get a better rate in Bali! Or can’t I?
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