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Re: Credit Card Charges
[Re: srl520]
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02/28/2020 06:07 PM
02/28/2020 06:07 PM
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Joined: May 2008
Posts: 689 Lake Texoma, Texas
cruzer
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If you're on the Dutch side, they have always charged me exclusively in Dollars, so it shouldn't be an issue. On the French side, you may have to engage in some mental gymnastics if you're so inclined, and compare their exchange rate differential to the 3% vigorish to determine the better way to charge. But, some places only charge in Euros. Also, some places offer a better exchange rate for cash $, so you might want to use cash in places that offer favorable exchange rates for cash.
And, I am aware that many folks don't want to engage in these mental exercises during vacation.
Last edited by cruzer; 02/28/2020 06:08 PM.
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Re: Credit Card Charges
[Re: srl520]
#219119
02/28/2020 09:11 PM
02/28/2020 09:11 PM
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Posts: 14,645 Brookfield, CT.
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There are sn incredible number of credit cards out there, all offering different features. We are very partial to our JB cards for airline points and our Capital One for cash back and the added bennies of no foreign conversion fees and both cards charge no annual fees. There’s something out there for every need.
Never an issue charging on the Dutch side in US dollars and no need to ask but we do usually request we be charged in Euros on the French side for the accurate daily conversion rate with our card.
Respectfully,
pat
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