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Old 02-10-2004, 03:10 AM   #1
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ok so i checked the conversion from usd to euro a couple of days ago and i noticed that its about $1 dollar per 80 euro cents. you think i should buy now or hope it gets a little better? is it better to do it there? or here?
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I'd say just use your ATM card once you get there. Trying to speculate on the best rate is best left to the International Business majors. Plus, lots of places you go to over here give a pretty poor rate compared to what you find in the country you're heading to...

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