COMPLETE GUIDE
Travel Money in Africa
The complete guide to travel money in Africa. We’ve put together everything you need to know about travel money, currency exchange, and paying in African countries including currency, comparing travel money cards, tipping, expenditure and saving money on your next trip.
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Our travel money blog is jam-packed with all the best travel information, inspiration, and top tips and tricks to help you save money and have your dream holiday.
What is the best Travel money card?
Spend anywhere, on anything. At home or abroad, use your Caxton travel money card fee-free at over 35 million locations globally and pay zero fees on overseas ATM withdrawals*.
*Caxton does not charge for ATM withdrawals but some providers may do so.
Want to know the exchange rate?
It’s always sensible to pre-buy currency if you are planning a trip. It's best to pick a range you are happy with and worth within that. If you are a Caxton travel money card customer you can set a rate alert to receive an email when the rate reaches your range
The rates here reflect live rates for some 14 different currencies you can load onto your card. As part of your One Account, you can choose our standard black card or upgrade to our red card.
More resources for your travel
Tips for booking your travel insurance
We’ve outlined a few key things to look out for to make sure you are getting the right travel insurance.
What if my flight is cancelled?
Do you know your rights if your flight has been delayed or cancelled?
Everything you need to know about getting your holiday cash
From when to buy and how to get the best rate, we've outlined everything you need to know
The ultimate tipping guide for 2022
Not sure whether to tip or not? We've worked it out for you.
Clever ways to save money when you travel
Travel Savings Plan
Set your plan
Choose the amount you want to save, and set your payment period in months. We’ll do the rest
Fix your rate
Lock in today’s rate to know exactly how much you'll have on hand to spend when you travel
Spread the cost
Make manageable monthly payments over two to 12-months by direct debit to reach your goal