15 Tips & Tricks For Travelers Heading to Europe This Summer

Just like in North America, with every passing year, card and electronic payments are becoming more and more the norm in Europe. Therefore, you’re going to be able to use your card almost everywhere this summer and increasingly also Apple Pay and Google Pay. On a recent trip, I used electronic payments for everything from Metro tickets to meals and runs to the local supermarket. Therefore, while it may be wise to show up in Europe with a small amount of the local currency, there’s no need to bring a ton of cash with you. Enough money to get you from the airport to the hotel is probably enough and you never know, it might not ever end up leaving your wallet. 

Different credit cards and banks offer different fees for international transactions, so you'll want to shop ahead to pick the best card or app to use on your trip.