Ever wondered about what the strongest currencies are? In this post we give you a rundown of the world’s five highest-valued currencies today, along with some reasons for how they …
Commodity Currency Explained: Everything You Should Know
Not to be confused with commodities (like gold) used as currency, commodity currencies are currencies that fluctuate with the price of a primary commodity on which the country’s economy is …
Continental Currency Exchange vs. TD Bank Exchange Rates
Are you wondering who has the best exchange rates near you, Continental Currency Exchange or TD Canada Trust? While both offer good exchange rates, there’s one clear winner. Read on …
How to Beat the “Your Bills Are Fake” Scam
While there are many currency and tourist scams to look out for, exchanging at Continental before your trip can help you combat the “your bills are fake” scam. Essentially, this …
Foreign Drafts Explained! What Are They and Why You Use Them
As you may or may not know, Continental’s services include foreign drafts. You might be wondering exactly ‘what are foreign drafts?’ and ‘what are the reasons to use them?’. Read …
Old European Currencies
In 1999, the euro was born. In 2002, notes and coins entered circulation and began to replace the former currencies. After being ravaged by war in the 20th century, the …
Continental OneCard vs. Cash Passport™ Prepaid MasterCard®
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Continental OneCard vs. BMO® Prepaid Travel Mastercard®*
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A Lesson On Currency Convertibility
Currency convertibility is about how easy it is to convert a currency into another currency or into gold. When looking at currency convertibility, there are three different categories; fully convertible, …
Continental’s Guide to Buying Foreign Real Estate
So you’re thinking of investing in some foreign real estate. There are plenty of reasons why this is a good idea! Diversifying your portfolio, obtaining tax benefits, taking advantage of …