Getting away without breaking the bank

Before flying off to the sun for a well-deserved holiday, think about the least expensive and the safest ways to pay, says Peter O’Dwyer.

SUN, sea, sand, and bank charges; it doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue. But horror stories about exorbitant foreign exchange rates or bank charges could turn your foreign holiday into a nightmare. Here we take a look at some tips to ensure unwanted bank charges aren’t waiting for you on your return.

1. Card is king, especially at tills.