Trip to Germany- should I exchange my cash to EURO's before going?

Question

I'm going to germany in 10 days. Should I exchange a few grand in EUROS now , before I go? And if so, whats' the best way to get the best exchange rates?

Or should I just use my credit card when I am there...?

Answer 1

I would exchange some now and some when you get there. this way you have the fare to ride the train or bus from the airport to your destination.

Answer 2

Get SOME Euros before you go, then use ATMs when you need more.  Its the best way to avoid a LOT of fees.

Answer 3

get some cash b4 u go and the rest in travelers cheques as they are insured against loss/theift

Answer 4

Check with your credit card company.  When my son went a year or two back with a school group, he was told that some credit cards were not accepted there.  You might get a 2nd card of a different type, just to be safe.  IE, if you have a Visa, get a MasterCard.  That way, if one doesn't work, the other may.  They were also told to make sure that credit card pins were all numeric - no alpha characters.

The trip organizers said they should change their money once they got to Germany.