Travel Cash Strategy Tool

Get a personalized plan for how much cash to bring and when to use cards

Last updated: March 2026

Every destination is different. Card-heavy cities like London need a different approach than cash-first markets in Vietnam. Tell us about your trip and we'll build your strategy.

🌍 60+ countries covered

💡 Personalized advice

💰 Estimated daily costs

Plan Your Strategy

Fill in your trip details below

Destination

Trip Length

Spending Style

Travel Type (affects how much cash you'll need)

Your Cash Strategy

💵 Cash to Bring

How to get it cheaply →

📊 Daily Spending Budget

Food, transport, activities (excludes lodging)

estimated per day

💳 Recommended Cash vs. Card Split

30% Cash

70% Card

Cash for markets, taxis, tips Card for restaurants, shops, activities

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Always pay in the local currency. When a terminal asks "pay in USD?" always choose the local currency option. Accepting USD (called Dynamic Currency Conversion) typically costs 3-8% extra.

🎯 Tips for Your Destination

🏧 ATM Strategy

Want Cash Ready Before You Land?

Skip the airport exchange counter. Order your currency online and have it delivered to your door before your trip.

Order Currency for Delivery