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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

FairFX is offering members of the Ski Club of Great Britain the opportunity to apply for a free FairFX currency card) - normally costing £9.95 for a three year membership. This offer can be applied for online via www.skiclub.co.uk.

Stephen Heath, Chief Executive of FairFX.com, said: “Brits keen to hit the slopes despite the credit crunch should ensure their Euros take them further with FairFX.com and The Ski Club of Great Britain. The FairFX.com currency card provides good value, secure access to cash worldwide and could save people up to €10 per £100 spent, and in the current climate every penny counts.

“FairFX.com’s partnership with The Ski Club of Great Britain is the latest partnership with brands of the shared ideology of ensuring customers get the best bang for their buck, and follows collaborations with moneysupermarket.com and Matalan. FairFX.com has seen a rapid expansion since its launch in December 2007 and we plan to continue building the business with further strategic partnerships and significant investment within the company, amongst other drives.”

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 14 October 2008, 10:33am

Tags: fairfx, feeling the pinch, free card, holiday money, travel cash

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