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Managing Your Finances While Living Abroad: A Guide for Brits

Ah, the joys of being an Expatriate, where your British accent often allows you to get away with a hell of a lot more than it does back in Blighty! It...

Travel Advice

Save Money Abroad with a Currency Card: Your Ultimate Guide

Planning a trip abroad and wondering how to manage your spending efficiently? Look no further! Whether you're going on a thrilling ski adventure or a short city break, having a currency card can be the ultimate money-saving trick. In this guide, we'll explore how you can make the most of your travels while avoiding unnecessary fees and charges.

Travel Advice

Best No Foreign Transaction Fee Currency Cards for Travel Money

Currency cards offer a cost-effective way to manage your finances, as they eliminate the usual 2%-3% charges imposed on most debit and credit cards for foreign transactions. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the top options for currency cards like the Caxton Black and Caxton Red Card.

International Lifestyle

Transfer Money from the UK to Australia: How to Find the Best Time

When it comes to transferring money from the UK to Australia, finding the right time can make a significant difference in terms of cost and convenience. Currency exchange rates fluctuate constantly, which means the value of your money can vary depending on when you make the transfer. In this article, we will explore some valuable tips and strategies to help you find the best time to transfer money to Australia, ensuring you get the most out of your funds.

Travel Advice

The ultimate guide to your Caxton Card

Are you new to the Caxton Card? Or is this the first time you’ve dusted it off since the start of the pandemic? Perhaps you used to use it years ago and you’ve just reopened your account. Whatever the case is, we have the ultimate guide on how to use our currency card to get the most out of your money.

International Lifestyle

The Right Way To Own Property Abroad: What Do You Do About A Visa?

If you’re one of the lucky people who own property in Spain, or if you’re thinking of buying a holiday home there, you’ll likely already know that the visa situation isn’t quite as simple as it used to be. When the UK was still part of the EU, there were no restrictions on movement, so you could spend as much time as you wanted there. But with the different rules, does that mean that buying property in Spain is no longer a good deal?

Travel Advice

This simple trick will save you money when spending abroad

Whether you’re planning on heading to the ski slopes for a Christmas holiday or taking a short city break for the new year celebrations, you’ll need to take some spending money; for most of us, that includes our trusty plastic. Understanding the additional cost of DCC and how to avoid it will save you money when spending abroad. Here's how...

Travel Advice

Savings-Savvy Travellers Pay For Their Holiday in Advance With Caxton

Due to many factors – not least the cost of living crisis – travellers are looking to cut costs and find efficiencies when booking travel. But this shouldn’t mean that you have to accept a lower standard of living when you’re travelling than you’re used to. The savviest travellers are instead looking to get more for less.

International Payments

Portugal Golden Visa Closing: Here are the alternatives

With the Portugal Golden Visa program closing, what are some other options for investors looking to gain citizenship in Europe? Published in partnership with Lincoln Global Partners.

Travel Advice

Why Use a Currency Card - Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that you are experienced and well-versed in the art of travel. However, we also recognise the importance of finding the best tools to enhance your journeys. With that in mind, we aim to provide you with the most informative insights about travelling with a currency card. Whether you're seeking to maximise your savings, simplify your transactions, or ensure a secure and hassle-free travel experience, the Caxton Currency Card is designed with your needs in mind. Explore the advantages of our travel card and discover how it can elevate your travel adventures with ease and confidence.