Wednesday, October 6, 2010

All about money and your Italy vacation



If you are traveling in Italy for vacation, you must be aware of some basics on the currency. Travelers are usually concerned with several questions. What is the currency conversion rate? Where can I change my dollars in euros when I arrive? Can I use controls for my travel? Are ATMs available? What happens if I need more money, and I need a bank? Can I use my major credit card at many places? What about tax-free purchases?




It's all great questions to ask before spend you your vacation in Italy, and each has a response which is discussed here. First, it is important to know that Italy uses the European euro. There is no "Italian currency". One dollar ($ 1) is equivalent to approx. 0,70 euros.The currency conversion rate may fluctuate on a daily basis; therefore, it is preferable that you are looking for a more accurate figure to leave for your vacation in Italie.Vous will find the most current currency on the universal currency converter website is www.xe.com/ucc/




How can you obtain euros as soon as you arrive in Italy for vacation? There is a currency exchange at the airport of your arrival. It is generally more accurate if you arrive in a major city. Exchange offices may also be available in the stations in major cities. You can always get euros at any ATM or Bank. This results in the next question about the availability of ATMs.There are ATMs everywhere in Italy, in big cities, but also in some small towns mainly. But you should know that in Italy ATMs are called "bancomats."During your holidays in Italy, you will find that these bancomats work as they do to us and you will be able to select your language preference from the screen when you start. You can use your credit or debit card to obtain funds (euros only) of the bancomat as long as it is a symbol of Cirrus or BankMate on this machine and your card.




You could always know your credit card company or your bank if their cards can be used worldwide to leave for your vacation in Italy.Most businesses accept major in Italy, credit cards and you should always find signage on doors stores credit card stickers, everything there .the u.s. travelers checks are also widely accepted in large cities.




If you need a larger sum of cash that the bancomat will provide during your Italy vacation, you will find banks everywhere in Italy, in particular to the major tourist attraits.La most Italian banks close for on an hour and a half for a lunch during the week and are closed Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays.




People taking an Italy vacation will be happy to know that non-resident visitors may request a refund of tax they pay on many of their achats.Vous can visit www.globalrefund.com to continue a refund.


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