11/06/2026
How many times have you been abroad, enjoying your time away, when it comes time to pay and the card machine asks:
„Pay in EUR or GBP?“
You pause for a second.
You know you have heard the answer before.
You vaguely remember someone saying, „Always choose the local currency.“ 💳
Yet somehow, standing there after a glass of wine, a good meal, and a day of exploring, it still feels like a trick question.
The answer is always: choose the local currency.
When you select the local currency, the transaction is processed using the exchange rate associated with your card provider. Choosing GBP, on the other hand, means the merchant or ATM provider may perform the conversion instead, often applying their own exchange rate and additional mark-up.
A simple decision that can help you get more value from every payment while travelling.
As summer gets underway, we hope you enjoy every moment, create unforgettable memories, and travel with confidence... wherever your adventures take you.
Happy Travels from all of us at P3! ✈️💙
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