Think about all the hassle of foreign exchange, and that of keeping the leftover cash every time you return from a foreign country. Traveler’s cheque is even more outmoded than the abacus.
Mobile payment is really the way to go. I like the way of getting around in Macau with contactless smartcard. I had not visited Taiwan for quite some time, and returned there this week to attend a medical conference. The leftover coins and banknotes from the previous trips could have gathered dust. A better option, if not the best, would be bringing the Taiwan Easycard, which has no expiry date for the stored value. Get one and pay for the metro, city buses, plus bike rental and spending money at most convenience stores and supermarkets.
Simple and neat.
