Anyone planning to spend dollars in the coming months is urged to get their cash immediately and lock in the fantastic rate of more than $1.5 for every £1* - only available from FairFX.com.

Stephen Heath, Chief Executive of FairFX.com, said: “Credit crunched holiday makers have had a tough time trying to stretch their finances of late, as the Pound’s continued decent against the Dollar and the Euro has made trips abroad even more expensive. However, there is some good news for anyone planning a trip to the states in the coming months – FairFX.com is offering the fantastic rate of $1.5 to £1.

“Savvy consumers looking to take advantage of this amazing rate should act quickly and buy their currency online now from FairFX.com – the only provider currently offering this rate. Even if they aren’t planning to use it for a while they should buy it now to take advantage of the rate and keep it until they want to start spending.

“Given the recent volatility in the currency market, anyone planning to spend US dollars in the coming months could save themselves a bundle by buying their currency online now while this great rate is available.”

Wednesday 06 May 2009, 10:16am

Tags: currency exchange, currency providers, currency rates, dollar, fairfx

Travellers flying from Heathrow could find buying their holiday money comes at a hefty price tag. New analysis from FairFX.com reveals anyone buying foreign currency from Heathrow Airport will get less than parity at just €0.9831 to £1.

Stephen Heath, Chief Executive of FairFX.com, said: “Following last week’s base rate cut and the introduction of quantitative easing, the Pound is being traded at just €1.0831 to £1. However, Brits buying their holiday spending money from Heathrow Airport will get even less bang for their buck, just €0.9831 to £1.

“Airport travel money bureaus have long taken advantage of travellers who leave buying their holiday cash until they reach the airport by offering far worse rates than outside the terminal. And now Heathrow Airport has become the biggest airport out of many to offer below parity.”

Currently, you can still get €1.0725 to £1 with the FairFX.com currency card, 7% above the average airport rate, and 9% better than Heathrow Airport.

Friday 13 March 2009, 03:15pm

Tags: currency discussion, currency exchange, currency providers, euro, euro rate, euros, exchange rates, heathrow

Online travel provider Opodo.co.uk, has teamed up with FairFX.com to make customers’ holiday Pounds go further with market leading exchange rates using the FairFX.com Currency Card.

Opodo customers can now obtain a free FairFX.com Currency Card (normally costing £9.95) denominated in Euros or US Dollars by applying online at www.opodo.co.uk under Travel Extras (pre-paid currency cards).

Stephen Heath, Chief Executive of FairFX.com, said: “For too long, customers have been getting a very poor deal when buying their holiday cash from currency exchange booths at UK airports. Also, they will have found advertising about the commission charged on currency purchases very confusing. However, Opodo and FairFX.com have formed this new partnership to help travellers looking for great value online not only for their holidays but their travel money as well.

“Opodo’s customers are savvy and expect convenience and good value, making FairFX.com the perfect partner. Whether people are looking for some winter sun or heading for the slopes, they should all be trying to get the most for their money, especially with the rising cost of living and strength of the Euro.

“The FairFX.com currency card offers market leading exchange rates, secure access to cash worldwide and could save people up to €100 or $120 per £1,000 spent; and now people can get the card for free there is nothing to stop them getting the most from their holiday spending money.

“FairFX.com’s partnership with Opodo is the next step in partnering with brands with a shared ethos. We are both committed to giving our customers the most for their money, in a fair and transparent way particularly in tougher economic times.”

How does the FairFX card work? The FairFX Currency Card is a MasterCard chip and pin enabled prepaid debit card. It differs from regular debit cards in two ways. Firstly, the cards are issued in either Euros or US dollars and secondly, funds must be loaded onto the card before they are available to spend. The currency to be loaded is obtained simply by logging on to www.fairfx.com and can be paid for by any sterling debit or credit card or internet bank transfer.

Tuesday 04 November 2008, 11:36am

Tags: currency, currency card, currency card discussion, currency card reviews, currency exchange, travellers, travel money

Brits have faced a tough summer amidst the credit crisis, rising cost of living, and the poor weather. Now, to compound the misery for anyone planning a late summer break to the Med the Pound has fallen to a record low against the Euro.

Stephen Heath, Chief Executive of FairFX.com, said: "With the Pound at a record low against the Euro, Brits looking forward to a late summer holiday in the sun are faced with a costly dilemma when it comes to getting their holiday money. Given the current poor exchange rate to the Euro and the possibility of further falls, Brits could be best off buying their travel money now.

"The FairFX.com pre-paid currency card will enable Brits to protect, or hedge, themselves against further currency volatility as they can buy at today’s rates and simply keep the Euros until they want to start spending. FairFX.com offers holidaymakers an incredibly cost-effective and secure way to make the most of their cash."

Wednesday 03 September 2008, 09:46am

Tags: credit crisis, currency exchange, currency report, currency volatility, euro, euro rate, opodo