Currency Exchange

[wandergal]

First cruise on Princess line, so I would like to know if there is currency exchange on board the ship. We are sailing on a 12-day British Isles cruise in August. I will need some cash in Euros and GBPs. On other cruises, you could exchange US dollars for the current port's currency. Is it the same on Princess or will I have to find an ATM after we dock?

[chicopaige]

Went on same cruise in June. There are ATM's on ship to get both pounds and euro but the exchange rate is horrible.

[Shelly97060]

Yes they have a machine on board but the exchange rate is beyond terrible. I used it once and NEVER again.

 

 

I typically buy foreign currency at home before travel and if we need more we get it from an ATM once we arrive at our destination.

[casofilia]

Yes you can exchange but the rate is even worse than on shore and the charge for doing it is exorbitant. Buy it at home before you leave.

[easyboy]

There are currency exchange machines. Suggest you just use it if your currency exchanged in your local bank runs out.

 

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[frugaltravel]

I always use an ATM in each port town. Usually very convenient and my bank reimburses me for all ATM fees.

[paul929207]

We always use the ATM in town. Exchange rates and fees on board are ridiculous.

[nukesubsailor]

We used an ATM machine at the London airport.

[Pam in CA]

Yes, there is a currency exchange ATM but use it as a last resort only if there's absolutely no other option. Exchange rate is bad plus there's a service fee.

 

Much better to either exchange currency before leaving home or wait until you dock. If you have leftover currency, you can always keep it for another trip or turn it in at the Passenger Services Desk as credit on your folio. Exchange will still be bad but no service fee and more convenient than bringing it home.