Your Holiday Planning Checklist with bunq

As the holiday season approaches, it's time to start planning your next trip. The right financial tools are crucial for ensuring your travels go smoothly. Whether you're exploring new destinations or sticking to a well-planned budget, bunq provides the features you need for a seamless, hassle-free travel experience.

Here’s how bunq—and a few other travel essentials—can help you plan smarter for your trip:

Essential Tools for Holiday Travel

Go everywhere with bunq

Before you jet off, make sure your bunq card is ready. With ZeroFX, you can travel the world without worrying about hidden foreign exchange fees. Enjoy transparent spending across currencies and pay securely using Apple Pay or Google Pay. bunq cards are accepted internationally, so you can skip currency conversions and make contactless payments wherever you go. Don’t forget to activate Holiday Mode for extra peace of mind while you’re abroad! With this feature, your bunq app will display payments and balances in the local currency of your destination, alongside your balance in Euros.

Master Your Travel Budget

Staying on budget is key to enjoying a stress-free holiday. bunq’s Easy Budgeting helps you set spending limits for accommodations, dining, and activities. Track your progress daily and adjust your goals as needed. With bunq, you can keep your holiday spending in check without missing out on the fun, helping you dodge those unexpected travel expenses.

Instant Notifications

Stay informed with Instant Notifications. Every transaction with your bunq card will bring you real-time updates, helping you keep track of your expenses. Whether you're dining out or booking excursions, bunq’s Instant Notifications ensure you're always in control of your finances.

Your Travel Planning Toolbox

Take The Cheapest Flights

Use search tools like Skyscanner to compare flights and find the best deals. Save on travel costs and put more money towards your holiday experiences. 

Live Like a Local

Find unique stays through Airbnb and immerse yourself in local culture. Whether it’s a chic city apartment or a cozy cabin, you’ll feel at home wherever you are. Want to know more about the real cost of Airbnb across Europe? Check out our guide to the real costs of Airbnb. 

Smart Packing with Reliable Luggage

Invest in reliable, durable luggage to ensure your belongings stay safe while you enjoy your trip. Don’t worry about carrying too much—pack light and focus on what matters: making unforgettable memories.

Travel Insurance with bunq Elite 

Stay protected worldwide with bunq Elite plan. Enjoy comprehensive Travel Insurance  that covers lost luggage, medical emergencies, and trip cancellations. With bunq, you’ll have peace of mind no matter where your adventures take you.

Pro Tips for the Perfect Trip

Local IBANs and Local Currencies

With bunq, you get Foreign BANs in multiple countries, making it easy to pay, get paid, and manage your finances seamlessly wherever you go. Plus, you can hold Foreign Currencies directly in your account, simplifying payments at hotels, restaurants, and beyond—without the usual banking hassles.

Stay Connected with e-SIM

Avoid expensive roaming charges by activating an e-SIM directly through bunq, so you can stay connected on the go without the hassle of hunting for local SIM cards. With bunq Elite, you can get 2GB of free data up to four times per year.

Seamless Cash Withdrawals

While cards are widely accepted, it's always useful to have cash on hand. bunq users can withdraw money for free up to six times a month with bunq Pro or bunq Elite. 

Travel Securely

Keep your funds secure with bunq’s advanced Security features. Instantly block or unblock your card if it's lost or stolen. And with 24/7 customer support, bunq is there to assist you anytime, anywhere, ensuring your travel is stress-free.

Plant Trees

For every payment you make, contributing to a greener world through bunq’s Tree Planting feature. Every €100 spent helps plant a tree, so you can give back to the environment while exploring it.

Conclusion

With bunq, planning your holiday is easier than ever. From Budgeting to Instant Notifications and Travel Insurance to ZeroFX, bunq has you covered at every step. Take the stress out of travel expenses and start planning your dream holiday with bunq today.