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Best place for Exchanging Currency

Hi

I'm going to China and HK in 2 weeks time.

Any advice on best place to exchange GBP?

I take it changing it at the airport and/or on site is going to incur poor rates?

Thanks for any responses.

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  • luci
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  • phatbear
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    Leave your money in your bank and withdraw it from an atm on arrival, you'll get a far better rate.

    Just remember to warn your bank about your travels
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