http://www.iceplc.com ICE travel money news by International Currency Exchange. en-uk Copyright 2010, ICE Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/as-ryanair-hikes-fares-ice-warns-travellers-to-get-savvy.html With Ryanair announcing that it is hiking it fairs following a £42 million hit from the volcanic ash cloud, ICE is urging travellers to keep costs down Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:45:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/bulgaria-tops-the-ice-lickometer-this-summer.html If you like ice cream, head to Bulgaria this summer. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:55:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/teenagers-stay-cool-with-ice-this-summer.html With the school holidays fast approaching, currency expert ICE is urging holidaymakers to plan ahead for their currency. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:37:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/sale-rates-on-euros-and-dollars-from-ice-glasgow.html Glaswegians planning an Easter escape or Spring break now have access to the same great currency rates as Londoners Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:40:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/ice-reveals-the-holiday-hot-spots.html While Brits are getting more for their money in the Eurozone than this time last year, non Euro destinations are still proving to be a big draw. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:41:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/travel-money-exchange-rates-prepaid-cards-hotspots-for-sterling.html ICE can provide month on month and year on year comparative analysis of foreign exchange orders and fluctuations. Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:07:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/secure-access-to-cash-for-music-fans-with-the-ice-travellers-cashcard.html Festival season has begun with tents, flip flops and wellies being packed for a weekend of music and mayhem at one of the many events across Europe. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:07:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/ice-warns-travellers-to-get-smart-with-their-cards.html According to recent research, over a third of Britons are more worried about financial fraud abroad than they are at home Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:07:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/which-magazine-picks-the-best-for-ordering-travel-money-online.html The best deals for an average amount of foreign currency are those offered online Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:23:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/turkey-is-tops-for-spring-holiday-destinations.html Turkey, Egypt and Croatia have become the hotspots for Spring breaks Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:08:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/eurozone-us-and-nordic-shoppers-boost-uk-retail-sales-in-q1.html As the weak Pound continues to confound Brits abroad, foreign visitors to the UK took the opportunity to bag more than a few bargains Tue, 25 May 2010 16:01:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/kick-off-the-world-cup-with-rates-on-the-rand.html With less than a month to the first England game in the World Cup Wed, 19 May 2010 15:23:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/euro-sales-up-as-holidaymakers-buy-forward-for-summer.html Sterling hit a 3 month high against the Euro on the 23rd April at a tourist rate of 1.1483S Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:55:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/thomson-and-first-choice-launch-online-travel-money-service.html From today holidaymakers will be able to order currency and travellers cheques from the comfort of their home or workplace Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/bulgaria-could-be-the-best-bet-for-budget-breaks.html Brits taking a Spring break have pushed sales of the US Dollar up 58% this March Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/sale-rates-on-euros-and-dollars-from-ice-glasgow.html Glaswegians planning an Easter escape or Spring break now have access to the same great currency rates as Londoners Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:19:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/ice-keeps-cheap-flights-cheap-at-easter.html ICE (International Currency Exchange) is urging travellers planning a Spring break to avoid debit and credit card changes for budget flights Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:57:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/be-an-egghead-this-easter-says-ice-as-value-of-pound-plummets.html With the plummeting value of the Pound, ICE (International Currency Exchange) is warning families to be savvy about their destination and spending money to get the most value this Easter. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:26:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/travel-money-exchange-rates-where-is-hot-for-2010.html Writing a feature on buying foreign currency, what to take - cash, travellers cheque, prepaid cards – and how to get the best exchange rates? Consider ICE – International Currency Exchange. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:33:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/istanbul-city-of-culture-hot-for-2010.html Turkey looks set to be a top travel destination for Brits abroad again this year, especially as visitors flock to Istanbul, the 2010 European City of Culture, predicts International Currency Exchange (ICE). Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:44:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/uk-travellers-ride-the-mexican-wave.html ICE (www.iceplc.com) – one of the largest currency exchange retailers in the world, has revealed the most popular winter sun destinations for 2010. Mexico, New Zealand, South Africa and UAE have all leapt up the popularity stakes for UK travellers according to ICE currency orders for January 2010 compared to the same month last year. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:25:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/sterling-powers-against-canadian-dollar-for-winter-olympics.html With the winter Olympics in Vancouver just a couple of weeks away, travel money expert ICE (International Currency Exchange) is urging travellers to the games to get their currency ordered while the Canadian Dollar against the Pound is at a good rate. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:20:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/international-currency-exchange-opens-6-branches-in-mexico.html Visitors to Mexico will enjoy easier access to travel money services from January 2010. International Currency Exchange (ICE) has taken over the currency exchange concession of 5 branches at Cancún International Airport as well as a bureau at Cozumel International Airport, the world’s busiest and fastest-growing cruise port. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/2010/ice-warns-travellers-to-budget-for-aurora-borealis.html Being in the right place at the right time to see the Northern Lights is down to a certain amount of luck, but that's all aurora gazers should leave to good fortune according to International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com). Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091210.html With news that the Visa Electron may be phased out in 2010*, International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) is urging travellers to shop around for the best Sterling pre-paid card as an alternative payment method for cheap flights. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091204.html As the draw for the World Cup takes place today, International Currency Exchange is warning England fans planning to travel to South Africa next year to keep a close eye on the performance of the Pound against the Rand to get the best deal on their foreign currency. Fri, 4 Dec 2009 11:15:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091203.html With Ryanair announcing that from 1st January 2010 it will charge £10 for a return trip for customers using Visa Electron as payment for tickets, International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) is urging travellers to consider the ICE Travellers Cashcard as a solution to pay for budget airline tickets. Since the announcement, ICE has seen a large increase in applications for the Sterling ICE Travellers Cashcard which will not incur any Ryanair fees from 1st January 2010. Thu, 3 Dec 2009 14:35:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091125.html ICE slashes rates on Travellers cashcard www.iceplc.com Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:20:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091123.html Travellers looking for swift and charge-free payment of foreign currency can now take advantage of internet and telephone banking transfers to ICE - International Currency Exchange. The development not only means customers can avoid debit or credit card charges on transactions, but those who bank with members of the Faster Payment Scheme (FPS) will see their transfers completed within a few minutes in most cases, ensuring speedy access to their foreign currency. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091119.html International Currency Exchange – ICE – can provide comment and analysis on: •The best places to go for value against the Pound •The top foreign currencies being ordered month by month, year on year •The impact of exchange rate fluctuations on holiday budgets and choices – where’s the best place to go for winter sun and snow? •The key considerations for taking foreign currency away - whether cash, Travellers Cheque or Travellers cashcard •How to protect against fluctuating exchange rates by fixing rates on a prepaid cashcard •How to give teens some independence on holiday •Why comparison sites won’t necessarily give you a true representation of the best deals available in the market Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091118.html With holiday funds under pressure, Britons are looking for inexpensive places to visit this year and perennial favourite Thailand is certainly maintaining its status as a haven for beach lovers on a budget. Orders for the Thai Baht are consistently in third or fourth place in the monthly top 20 currency table from ICE, www.iceplc.com. When planning a trip to Thailand there are some key tips travellers should be aware of before leaving home to make the most of their holiday spending money. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:15:50 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091116.html International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) has revealed a startling upturn in travel to Australia this autumn. According to the latest currency orders from ICE, Brits are getting their kicks in the US as the Pound stabilises against Dollar while the Australian Dollar is now the third most popular currency being ordered, kicking the South African Rand into touch which is now in 5th place - a drop on October last year when it ranked at number 3 in currency orders. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:08:50 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091027.html ICE reveals where Christmas shoppers get more! Nothing stirs up the excitement of Christmas than visiting a traditional Christmas market, but this year more than most, travellers will be looking for value from their trip. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091022.html Snap up fantastic rates for those autumn getaways. Busy London commuters planning a trip abroad should rush down to International Currency Exchange’s (ICE) Waterloo branch for its big autumn sale on Euro and US Dollars. With half-term around the corner and a definite nip in the air, a break-away is more affordable than ever thanks to amazing exchange rates from ICE. ICE is offering €1.0999 Euro to the Pound and $1.6469 US Dollars to the Pound. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:45:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091015.html As bookings for mid and long haul holidays for winter sun gather pace, and gap year takers start on their journeys, the international currency expert ICE (International Currency Exchange) is advising travellers to familiarise themselves with tipping expectations and local customs for the country they are visiting to ensure no slip-ups that could cause offence. Friday, 15 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091014.html As British travellers ditch European destinations in favour of long-haul destinations including the US, Japan and Mexico this autumn, currency expert International Currency Exchange (ICE) is warning holidaymakers to get currency savvy before they head off and to check out the destinations where their pound will go further. Thursday, 14 Oct 2009 11:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091007.html With Rubens Barichello looking for a victory on home ground, the Brazilian Grand Prix looks set to be one of the most exciting in F1 calendar. However, International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) is warning fans heading out to Brazil to do their homework first to get the best exchange rate. The Brazilian Real has strengthened in value over the past 12 months, ICE now offers 2.64 Real against the Pound compared to 3.60 this time last year, meaning that British travellers to Brazil have over 25% less spending power. Thursday, 07 Oct 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091006.html With the October half term providing disappointed British "staycationers" with a chance to escape in search of sun overseas, international currency expert ICE is providing its top tips on how to get most out the local currency with its half term holiday budgeting guide. Thursday, 06 Oct 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091005.html London 5th October 2009 – Holidaymakers ordering currency from International Currency Exchange (ICE) will be able to make even more savings on their travel money as International Currency Exchange has cut its Home Delivery service charge to £3.95 for orders under £400. Monday,05 Oct 2009 08:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091001.html Brits organising an Autumn fall trip to Japan this year, or planning to watch the next Grand Prix race at the Suzuka circuit are being warned to make sure they shop around for the best exchange rates on their Yen. Exchange rates against the Pound are predicted to be hit by recent news of exports falling from the country. ICE is currently offering 138.31 Yen to the Pound. This time last year it was possible to buy 187.45 Yen to the Pound. Thursday, 01 Oct 2009 08:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090929.html With teenagers being given opportunities to travel to far flung places as part of the school curriculum, the challenge of managing their spending money out of their parents’ watchful eye is a concern for schools and parents alike. Worries range from the security of carrying cash, working out currency conversions and managing budgets so that they don’t spend all their money at once! Tuesday, 29 Sep 2009 08:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090923.html Formula One fans are packing their bags for Singapore to witness the latest battle in the war between Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button as they go head to head for the championship. International currency exchange experts ICE, asks travellers to consider taking a combination of local currency, Sterling or US currency and travellers cheques to ensure they can enjoy all Singapore has to offer. Wednesday,23 Sep 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090909.html F1 fans heading to the “Autodromo Nazionale Monza” for the Italian Grand Prix on 13th September, one of the most popular races on the F1 calendar, should be shopping online for the best exchange rates for their Euro warns International Currency Exchange (ICE). Wednesday, 09 Sep 2009 09:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090826.html As the F1 Championship heads towards the final stages, the Belgian Grand Prix looks set to be a crucial race. International Currency Exchange (ICE) is urging fans travelling to see the race on 28 August, to shop around for their Euro. Many travellers leave their currency to the last minute, but this means they are losing out on the best rates. ICE advises F1 fans heading trackside to avoid high charges at airports and ATMs abroad by purchasing their Euros online in advance. Tuesday, 26 Aug 2009 09:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090825.html 600,000 students got their A-level results in the last week, but with university applications up this year and intense competition for each place, many will be opting for a gap year to build-up their CV. International Currency Exchange (ICE) warns students to watch their money and ensure they don’t fall prey to theft or credit card fraud as they tour the world. Tuesday, 25 Aug 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090824.html As the August Bank Holiday approaches and the start of school term looms not far behind, International Currency Exchange (ICE) has revealed the best places to get more for the Pound for those looking for a last minute bargain break away. Monday, 24 Aug 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090819.html International currency exchange experts at ICE, www.iceplc.com are urging Grand Prix fans attending the next race in Valencia on 23rd August, to shop around for their Euros to make sure they end up with more Euros for their Pound. The most competitive deals for foreign currency are those online, yet many F1 fans often leave their currency to the last minute and can end up paying more money at the airport or worse still, footing the bill for high charges for using an overseas ATM. Wednesday 19 Aug 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090813.html Currency orders for Euro in July jumped 34% on June and were up 6% on July 2008 according to International Currency Exchange (ICE) as Brits escaped another damp summer in the UK. With late deals, cheap flights and a heatwave on the Continent, the lure of Europe, despite the relatively poor value of the Euro against the Pound, was too hard to resist. The jump in sales of the Euro may also have been buoyed by the fact that since February, the value of the Pound has gone from €1.1089 to €1.1629 offering cash-strapped holidaymakers a bit more for their money. Thursday, 13 Aug 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090729.html With the holiday season well and truly underway, ICE, the international currency expert, has found that just 10.47% of travellers are making the most of online exchange rates – frequently the most competitive way to buy foreign exchange. Furthermore, 1 in 5, (20.93%) are leaving it to the last minute and buying their holiday money at the airport leaving little opportunity to shop around to get the best rates. Wednesday 29 Jul 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090722.html Croatia is becoming one of Europe’s top holiday destinations* and with the strength of the Pound climbing against the Croatian Kuna, UK holidaymakers are seeing their money go much further than in the Euro-zone where Sterling is still relatively weak. With the Kuna now its 4th most ordered currency, leading foreign currency specialist, International Currency Exchange (ICE) is warning holidaymakers to shop around for the best deals and buy their currency from a reputable provider before leaving home. Tuesday 22 Jul 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090721.html The Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest on 26th July offers race goers from the UK a great opportunity to see how far their money can go in non-Euro destinations this summer. According to ICE, the international currency experts, Hungary is becoming a new holiday hot spot as the value of the pound against the Hungarian Forint has increased almost 17% since January 2009, making holiday budgets stretch much further. Tuesday 21 Jul 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/091008.html Brits are still keen to get their kicks on route 66 despite the weak Pound but when it comes to cheap as chips holidays, non-Euro destinations Turkey and Croatia are proving a safe haven for hard earned cash this year according to the latest figures from international currency experts ICE (www.iceplc.com). Tuesday 08 Jul 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090707.html International Currency Exchange (ICE) is recommending that FI fans gearing-up to attend the next Grand Prix in Germany on 12th July 2009, shop around for the best online rate for their Euro. Fans wanting to see if Vettel can win on home ground following up his win at Silverstone or if Button can increase his overall lead should buy their currency before they leave home. ICE is currently offering €1.1406 to the Pound (exchange rate as at 29/06/09) and has been named as one of the best online currency providers by consumer champion Which? magazine*. Tuesday, 07 Jul 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090624.html Dreams of being footloose and fancy free on holiday are invariably hampered by a host of pre-holiday nerves according to the latest survey from International Currency Exchange (ICE). In a survey of what concerns its customers most when travelling abroad, ICE found that being mugged or having money stolen is the top concern followed by getting ill, perhaps influenced by the recent global outbreak of Swine Flu. Wednesday, 24 Jun 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090617.html If you are writing a feature on the best way to buy foreign currency, checking comparison sites won’t necessarily give you a true representation of the best deals available in the market. Please consider ICE – International Currency Exchange – www.iceplc.com Wednesday, 17 Jun 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090609.html With Rubens Barichello looking for a victory on home ground, the Brazilian Grand Prix looks set to be one of the most exciting in F1 calendar. However, International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) is warning fans heading out to Brazil to do their homework first to get the best exchange rate. The Brazilian Real has strengthened in value over the past 12 months, ICE now offers 2.64 Real against the Pound compared to 3.60 this time last year, meaning that British travellers to Brazil have over 25% less spending power. Tuesday, 09 Jun 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090603.html Jamaica is currently the best destination for the Pound based on recent currency movements according to international currency exchange experts – ICE, www.iceplc.com. Analysis of exchange rate fluctuations since the start of 2009 has revealed that the value of the Pound against the Jamaican Dollar has increased almost 24%. Wednesday, 03 Jun 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090602.html Croatia and Turkey are proving to be the new hotspots for Brits in search of sun and value according to ICE - the international currency exchange experts, www.iceplc.com. The latest figures from ICE reveal that UK travellers placed more orders for the Croatian Kuna in May 2009 than ever before – making it currently the ICE 5th most ordered currency. This is closely followed by the Turkish Lira in 6th place which has seen orders shoot up by 112% on average. Tuesday, 02 Jun 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090522.html F1 fans will be descending on one of the most expensive places in the world next weekend for the Monaco Grand Prix on 24th May 2009. International currency exchange experts at ICE, www.iceplc.com are urging fans attending the race in Monaco to make the most of their Pounds by shopping around online for the best rates. With free delivery on orders of £400 or more and a new Guaranteed Saturday delivery service for those working Monday to Friday, ICE is currently offering 1.1002 Euros to the Pound (rate as at 12:00 on 19/05/09) meaning for £400 you will receive €440.08 delivered to your door. Friday,22 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090521.html ICE website exchange rates are consistently amongst the best in the UK market, as recently recognised by consumer champion Which? Magazine. The best deals for foreign currency are those online. Thursday, 21 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090514.html ICE, www.iceplc.com, the leading international currency expert is warning holidaymakers setting off for an extended break this May Bank Holiday, to check the rates of currency providers online to get the best rates of exchange and avoid unnecessary charges on bank cards using ATMs abroad. While some high street and airport bureaux are competitive, travellers will have the advantage of being able to shop around online if they don’t leave it to the last minute. This could save them both time and money. ICE will deliver currency the next day if ordered by 3.30pm and delivery is free if the currency ordered is £400 or over. Saturday delivery can be guaranteed for an additional £2 Thursday, 14 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090513.html With predictions of a surge in people taking gap years in 2009 due to the economic downturn, International Currency Exchange (ICE) is warning travellers that while they are enriching their lives, they need to watch their money and ensure they don’t fall prey to theft or credit card fraud abroad. Wednesday, 13 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090507.html For comment on the Pound gaining strength against the Euro and US Dollar, and the best ways to avoid charges overseas please contact ICE – the International Currency Exchange – www.iceplc.com. Checking comparison sites won’t necessarily give you a true representation of the best deals available in the market. Wednesday, 07 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090506.html April 2009 brought a taste for the East according to the monthly foreign currency report from international currency exchange experts, www.iceplc.com, ICE. In April, UK travellers placed more orders for the Korean Won and Japanese Yen than ever before putting these currencies into the top twenty list of all currencies ordered from ICE, ranking at 15th and 18th on the list respectively. The Qatar Riyal also made its first appearance on the list as the 10th most ordered currency in April as travellers headed for the heat, sand dunes and salt flats of this middle-eastern destination. Wednesday, 06 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090505.html International currency exchange experts at ICE are urging Grand Prix fans attending the next race in Spain, Barcelona on 10th May 2009, to shop around for the best rates on their Euros. Fans wanting to see Button possibly win his fourth race can take advantage of free delivery on orders of £300 or more and a new Guaranteed Saturday delivery service for only £2, for those working Monday to Friday. ICE is currently offering 1.0816 Euros to the Pound (rate as at 14:00 on 30/04/09). For a live quotation on Euros visit www.iceplc.com. Tuesday, 05 May 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090424.html F1 fanatics getting ready to brave the heat to see the Bahrain Grand Prix need to focus on keeping cool rather than worry about exchange rates on their Dinar. International currency exchange experts at ICE, www.iceplc.com are urging Grand Prix fans attending the race in Sakhir, Bahrain on 26th April 2009, to shop around for the best rates on their Dinar Notes and buy before they leave home. With free delivery on orders of £300 or more and a new Guaranteed Saturday delivery service for those working Monday to Friday, ICE is currently offering 0.5189 Dinar Notes to the Pound (rate as at 10:00 on 22/04/09). Thursday, 24 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090423.html Convenience and familiarity win hands down over value when it comes to holidays abroad according to the latest currency transaction figures from international currency experts www.iceplc.com. Europe and the US were the most popular overseas destinations for Brits on holiday this Easter. Thursday, 23 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090415.html Britons in search of some warmth after the harshest winter in 13 years will want to make sure they get value for their hard earned Sterling. Leading international currency expert, ICE (International Currency Exchange), is warning that travellers could find themselves out of pocket if they don’t do some homework first. ICE recommends that knowing what cash you can bring back is as important is buying for the outward journey. Thursday, 15 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090408.html London, 8th April 2009 – The innovative g2g Youth Opportunity Card developed by Raphaels Bank for Cambridgeshire County Council has been recognised in two highly prestigious award wins. The card has won the Best Government-Funded Prepaid Card or Programme in the third annual Paybefore Awards and the coveted Best-in-Category designation at the 2009 Prepaid Card Expo (www.prepaidcardexpo.com) held in Orlando, Florida. Wednesday, 08 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090407.html A struggling economy hasn’t dinted the appetite for long haul holidays abroad according to the latest currency trends from international currency exchange experts, www.iceplc.com*. The half term break in March appears to have spurred families to throw caution to the wind and escape to far flung destinations including North America, South East Asia and the West Indies in search of sun, snow and value. Tuesday, 07 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090323.html International Currency Exchange (ICE) is warning British holidaymakers of the risks of credit card fraud abroad, as APACS* reports that losses on UK-issued cards amounted to £230.1m in 2008 – the highest figure recorded to date and 11% up on 2007. Wednesday, 23 Mar 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090318.html The big chill in February 2009 along with tightened purse-strings looks to have spurred UK travellers to escape the UK for destinations offering both value and warmth according to the latest currency trends from International Currency Exchange (ICE). For the first time, the Thai Baht broke into the top three currencies bought by UK travellers. The ICE monthly currency report also features a new entry from the East Caribbean Dollar and puts the Brazilian Real in 7th position with orders up 85% on average. While sun seeking was a priority for many, the Czech Koruna and Swiss Franc remained in the top ten for those in search of snow. Wednesday, 18 Mar 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090220.html With Rubens Barichello looking for a victory on home ground, the Brazilian Grand Prix looks set to be one of the most exciting in F1 calendar. However, International Currency Exchange (www.iceplc.com) is warning fans heading out to Brazil to do their homework first to get the best exchange rate. The Brazilian Real has strengthened in value over the past 12 months, ICE now offers 2.64 Real against the Pound compared to 3.60 this time last year, meaning that British travellers to Brazil have over 25% less spending power. Friday, 20 Feb 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090210.html Despite the weakened Pound, the Euro and the US Dollar continue to be the top currencies for UK travellers, according to the latest figures from ICE (International Currency Exchange). Thursday, 10 Feb 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090209.html International Currency Exchange offers travel money tips for fans going to the friendly against Spain on Wednesday 11th February Monday, 9 Feb 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090127.html ICE marks Australia Day with analysis of currency fluctuations between the British Pound and the Australian Dollar Tuesday, 27 Jan 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090120.html As Barack Obama heads into the White House, ICE research compares the value of Sterling at the inaugurations of Barack’s predecessors Tuesday, 20 Jan 2009 12:30:00 GMT http://www.iceplc.com/press/news/090107.html ICE reveals top 20 currencies for UK travellers in December Wednesday, 7 Jan 2009 12:30:00 GMT