Spark your wanderlust: Top 10 bucket list destinations

Planning a trip overseas? Worried about managing your money abroad? Don't sweat it, this guide will show you how to become a travel money whiz with the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard® by your side.  

Top 10 Bucket-List Destinations: 

1. Machu Picchu, Peru: Hike the ancient Inca citadel and explore the engineering marvel nestled amidst the Andes. 
2. Venice, Italy: Glide down the canals of Venice in a gondola for a quintessential experience in this romantic city. Explore the canals, marvel at St. Mark's Square, and get lost in the charming maze-like streets. 
3. Santorini, Greece: Witness breathtaking sunsets from cliffside towns with iconic whitewashed buildings and blue-domed roofs. 
4. Iceland: Witness the otherworldly beauty of glaciers, waterfalls, geothermal geysers, and the Northern Lights. 
5. The Swiss Alps, Switzerland: Home to some of the most picturesque mountain scenery in Europe, the Swiss Alps are a paradise for nature lovers. Hike or bike through the mountains, go skiing or snowboarding in the winter, or simply relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air. 
6. Budapest, Hungary: Discover the beauty of Budapest, the "Paris of the East." Explore the Buda Castle District, take a soak in one of the city's many thermal baths, and admire the Hungarian Parliament Building. 
7. Petra, Jordan: Unearth the "rose-red city" carved into the Jordanian sandstone cliffs. 
8. The Scottish Highlands, Scotland: Hike amidst dramatic landscapes, explore ancient castles, and experience the warmth of Scottish hospitality. 
9. Kyoto, Japan: Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese culture - from serene temples to bustling markets. 
10. Chefchaouen, Morocco: Wander the labyrinthine streets of the "Blue Pearl”, a charming town painted in various shades of blue. A rich history and many languages spoken: French, Spanish and Arabic, experience the city’s fascinating history.  

But before you pack your bags, let's explore how you can budget better with a safe and secure travel mate - the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard®. 

Managing your finances abroad is far different to managing finances at home; this is where the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard® comes in – a prepaid travel card, where you can carry less cash and budget better.  

• Multi-currency convenience: Load up to 14 currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, NZD, THB, CAD, HKD, JPY, SGD, AED, CHF, FJD, ZAR & AUD), so you can spend like a local wherever you go with this travel card.  
• Locked-in exchange rates: When you load your card you lock in exchange rates, so you know exactly how much you have to spend and makes budgeting a breeze.¹
• $0 currency conversion fees: Don’t get caught paying currency conversion fees – as long you load and spend in the same currency, you won’t pay any extra for tapping or swiping your card overseas.²
• Tap, Swipe & Spend: Accepted at millions of locations worldwide, you can carry less cash and make secure transactions with ease with your Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard.³
• Peace of Mind and Security: Enjoy Mastercard's® Zero Liability protection against unauthorised transactions and know that you can speak to someone, 24/7 through Global assistance. If you’ve lost your card, you can also freeze and unfreeze it through the app.⁴
• Emergency cash access: If you’ve lost your card, you can easily order a new card by contacting Global Customer Service and you may be eligible for an emergency cash disbursement, allowing you to access the funds on your card.⁵

With the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard®, focus on enjoying your holiday and say yes to whatever comes your way. 

Visit your local Post Office or auspost.com.au/travelcard.  

Remember to bring 2 forms of ID such as your passport and your drivers licence to purchase a new card. Start planning your dream holiday and get your Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard® today. 

The Card is issued by EML Payment Solutions Limited ABN 30 131 436 532, AFSL 404131 (‘Issuer’). Mastercard Prepaid Management Services Australia Pty Ltd ABN 47 145 452 044 AFSL 386837 (‘Mastercard Prepaid’) is the distributor of the Card, supplies the processing services for the Card and is responsible for customer service in relation to the Card. Australian Postal Corporation ABN 28 864970 579 (‘Australia Post’) is an authorised distributor of the Card and is an Authorised Representative (AR No. 338646) of Australia Post Services Pty Ltd (ABN 67 002 599 340, AFSL 457551). You should consider the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard Product Disclosure Statement, Financial Services Guide and Target Market Determination available at https://auspost.com.au/personal/money-travel/prepaid-cards before deciding to acquire the product. Any advice does not take into account your personal needs, financial circumstances or objectives and you should consider if it is appropriate for you.

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Your actual card design may vary depending on where and when the card is purchased.

¹ Lock in your exchange rates means the exchange rate is locked in for the initial load only. The exchange rates for subsequent reloads will be set at the prevailing exchange rate at the time of the transaction. 

² No currency conversion fees when you load and spend in the same currency. 

³ Excludes transactions at ATMs, over the counter at financial institutions and merchants who elect not to accept Mastercard Prepaid™ cards. Merchants or other providers may impose limits on use of the Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard.

⁴ Further information relating to Zero Liability card protection can be found at the Mastercard website.  

⁵ T&Cs apply. Customers must contact Customer Service to report lost or stolen cards. Emergency cash can be arranged up to the balance of your Australia Post Travel Platinum Mastercard, subject to availability of funds at the approved agent location.