Travel money guide: 5 tips while traveling abroad

Traveling abroad should be a fun experience, not a financial headache. Too many people set off without a real plan for their money, only to get slammed with foreign transaction fees, blocked cards, or the dreaded “cash only” sign. 

Don’t be that traveler! Get your financial situation set before you go, and make sure your payments work everywhere, instantly, and without hidden fees. Here’s a travel money guide on how to make that happen:

1. Before you head off to travel the world, ditch the cash—it’s slowing you down

Carrying stacks of bills to a foreign country is like wearing a sign that says, “Rob me!” It’s risky, outdated, and most places don’t even take cash anymore.

Just landed in the UK? Good luck finding a spot that accepts your euros. In Sweden? Paper money is practically extinct—QR codes are the way to go.

Skip the hassle and switch to a digital wallet that works across currencies, lets you pay in seconds, and keeps you from scrambling for change in crowded markets. With AstroPay, you can load your funds, pay on the spot, and keep your trip stress-free—no cash, no worries.

2. Don’t let foreign transaction fees drain your wallet

Nothing kills the travel buzz faster than checking your account and realizing your bank has been bleeding you dry with foreign transaction fees. Every swipe, every tap, every withdrawal—there goes another 2-3%. In a few weeks, that adds up to enough for an extra flight, a luxury hotel upgrade, and a few cocktails on the beach. Why let your bank pocket that money?

Our prepaid digital card eliminates foreign transaction fees entirely, so when you spend, you’re actually paying for what you bought—not paying your bank.‍

3. Avoid currency exchange traps that cost you extra money

Airport kiosks? Tourist trap rates. “Low-fee” ATMs? They’ll bleed your balance dry and not think twice. And don’t even get us started on sketchy money changers on the street. The smart move? Skip the cash conversions and pay directly in local currency using AstroPay. No surprise markups, no wasting your time trying to calculate if you just got scammed. Just straight-up, real exchange rates, so every dollar, euro, or peso actually works for you.‍

4. Protect your money like it’s your passport

Losing your wallet in a foreign country is the kind of travel nightmare that makes you want to book the next flight home. One second you’re sipping coffee in a Parisian café, the next you’re patting your pockets in a blind panic, realizing your cards—and your access to money—are gone.

With a global wallet, your money stays secure, even if your physical wallet doesn’t. No more carrying multiple bank cards, no more worrying about losing everything in one unlucky moment. And if something does go wrong? You can manage your funds instantly from the app, reload in seconds, and keep going.

5. Take sure your money actually works wherever you go

Picture this: you’re at a beach bar in Rio, ready to pay and – bam! – your bank blocks your card for “suspicious activity.” Now you’re stuck on hold with customer service, convincing them you’re not a fraudster. With AstroPay, that nightmare is history. Our prepaid card is designed for seamless global transactions, so your payments go through the first time, every time—no bank calls, no frozen accounts, no embarrassing checkout drama.

Here’s the deal: if you want to travel like a pro, ditch the cash, cut the fees, avoid exchange rate scams, secure your funds, and ensure your payments work every time—AstroPay’s got you covered. One simple solution to make spending on the go as smooth as the adventure itself.