You can never be too rich, too thin, or have too many travel tips: below you'll find resources to help you globetrot-- currency converters, tips for handling money, plus sites for time zones, dial codes, and even electric plugs.
currency convertors and other money help
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Universal Currency Converter
Simple, and works real good.
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Travel-Finder's Currency Convertor
This currency converter is handy because it floats on your page as you surf.
-- To bookmark a page you find useful, right-click on your mouse; then click "Add To Favorites" with Internet Explorer, or "Add Bookmark" with Netscape--
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ATM Locator
Find Automated Teller Machines all over the world, at the VISA website.
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Changing Money Smart
Should you use travelers' checks, ATM machines, credit cards? Here's advice at Rick Steve's Europe Through the Back Door Web site.
time zones, distance calculators
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World Time Zones
Pick a country and see what time it is, at the World Time Server page. -
World Time Zone Map
The whole world and its time zones at a glance. -
How Far Is It?
From Chicago to Jakarta, Athens to Anchorage,
this convenient page calculates distances. -
Metric Measurement Conversion
Convert miles to kilometers, pounds to kilos, etc. -
International Dialing Codes
Sooooo useful-- at the Help for World Travelers site.
