We have all been there, stuck for ideas when purchasing gifts for friends and family. It is often very difficult to think of ideas when a loved one's birthday or a special occasion comes around.
If the recipient of the gift has booked a holiday abroad, perhaps to celebrate their birthday or the special occasion in question, purchasing holiday currency for the country they are looking to visit is an original and useful idea. It may also be a welcome gift if they are planning a trip abroad in the future, especially to Europe where most countries deal in Euros.
You may be able to purchase foreign currency from most travel agencies, banks and even post offices. Here the exchange rates will vary considerably, so it pays to shop around to get the maximum amount of foreign currency for your hard earned pounds.
Of course, the amount of holiday currency to buy is up to you, although it is often the case that the more you buy, the better the rate you will get.
Many foreign exchange establishments offer buy back guarantees for any unused currency, allowing the recipient to change the money back to sterling at the same rate in which it was originally exchanged at no extra cost. This will then give your friend or loved one a little extra spending money when they return to the UK.