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PREPAID TRAVEL CARDS
A cost effective and easy option. Loading your travel money onto a prepaid card means you won't need to carry around cash, and you can even top it up while you're away.
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NO FOREIGN TRANSACTION FEE CREDIT CARDS
A safe and convenient option. These credit cards mean you can spend without worrying about foreign transaction fees, and purchases over £100 are protected.
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The ultimate travel checklist
Take the stress out of preparing for your holiday. Use our ultimate travel checklist to help you navigate the travel maze.
For an in depth look at what you need to do before you jet off, read our ultimate travel checklist guide.
Months before you go
Buy your travel insurance
Check your passport
Get your visas
Cover your driving
Weeks before you go
Sort your travel money
Get any vaccinations
Sort your EHIC if needed
Check your travel information
Days before you go
Tell your bank
Weigh your bags
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  1. Typical daily spend: http://www.budgetyourtrip.com
  2. Average summer temp: https://www.weatherbase.com
  3. Average hoilday spend: ONS - Travel trends: 2016
  4. No. of providers on our comparison tables offering travel insurance or money
  5. Based on single trip to Europe (7 days, female 40-55 years)