- More Norwegians are choosing to use cards over cash when traveling abroad, according to a recent consumer survey.
- 42% of Norwegians now skip exchanging cash, up from 21% in 2019.
- Consumer economist Magne Gundersen recommends using cards instead of cash while traveling.
- With the current low exchange rate, he advises against exchanging money in Norway.
- Gundersen believes it’s safer and cheaper to use cards while traveling.
- It’s not necessarily safer to carry cash, as it could be lost or stolen.
- If you need cash, it’s easy to obtain in most travel destinations.
- If you must have cash, it’s best to buy it in the country you’re visiting.
- Avoid buying currency in Norway or using exchange offices abroad with Norwegian kroner.
- Pay in the local currency to get the best exchange rate.
- Gundersen suggests bringing an extra card and keeping leftover cash for future trips.
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