Picking up some Euros before Travel

It is regularly recommended to try to have some Euros in your pocket before arriving in Europe on your flight from abroad. Because exchange bureaus in the country of origin are always very expensive, its best to get a small amount only and then plan to either get more when in Europe or pay for things differently - like credit card for example.

We advise our clients to take about 250 euros in cash for arrival. This would come in handy to pay a taxi ride, if necessary, or cover a tip to your pre-booked transfer. It will cover the breakfast or something to eat upon arrival since most flights from the USA arrive early morning. It should cover some small items like this on your arrival. Yes, you can change money at the airport, and use the cash machine at the airport, and do the same in downtown Paris when you arrive. But you will have no obligation or stress to do so if you have a little pocket money first.

How best to do it. Unfortunately, you have to pay the high exchange rates. But, a number of online options exist and the money is shipped right to you. So, you don't have to leave work and go to your bank and have them do lots of paperwork. Here is a link we just enrolled with that we recommending for our travelers. It is reputable and is used by many other large travel organizations: https://www.ezforex.com/login.asp?Affiliate=2962&WebUser=12417

bon voyage!