 TITLE: How to Avoid Foreign Transaction Fees CONTENT: Exchange Currency Before You Travel\n-----------------------------------\nAnother option to avoid fees is to visit your bank in the U.S. before you set off and exchange the dollars in your account for your destination's local currency. You may find that your bank or credit union charges a low (or no) foreign exchange fee, making it an ideal place to exchange money.\nYou likely don't want to be carrying too much cash when you travel, however. But having a little spending money when you arrive can be helpful, and you'll likely save a lot compared with exchanging your money at an airport or other port of entry. END