Aer Lingus is delighted to announce a partnership with financial technology company, Fexco in the provision of Travel Money, a new foreign currency exchange solution.  The partnership offers guests of Aer Lingus, Ireland’s only 4-star airline, an easy way to exchange currency in advance of their trip.

Travel Money takes the hassle out of holiday planning by giving guests the option to order their required currency online, ahead of time, and has the added convenience of delivering the currency directly to their door - a service that is first to market in Ireland. 

With just the click of a button through the Travel Money microsite or the Aer Lingus website, guests can select the currency required and have it delivered to their home at a date convenient to them. All orders for major currencies received before 12 noon will be dispatched for next working day delivery, more exotic currencies may take an extra day to arrive. All Travel Money orders are fully insured and delivered securely with free delivery on orders over €750.

Whether it’s travelling for business or pleasure, Travel Money makes it easier than ever to get your travel essentials organised before flying, further enhancing the Aer Lingus guest experience.

Commenting on the introduction of Aer Lingus Travel Money, Jennifer Fox, Director of Performance Delivery and Retail at Aer Lingus, said:

“I am thrilled to announce the introduction of Travel Money, our new currency conversion offering, giving Aer Lingus guests a new and  smart way to exchange their money. We are constantly looking for ways to improve the overall guest experience and we believe Travel Money does just that by providing our guests with greater convenience and choice in advance of their journey.”

Joe Redmond, Managing Director, Fexco Retail Foreign Exchange (RFX), added:

“Cash is an integral part of any balanced travel money portfolio for which there is no real substitute. We are seeing an increase in the number of customers using our services as overseas travellers recognise the value and certainty that foreign cash provides. We are delighted to partner with Aer Lingus to provide our Travel Money service to their guests. Fexco’s home delivery service, first to market in Ireland, is a best in class solution that will undoubtedly enhance the overall travel experience for Aer Lingus customers who can now receive their foreign currency directly to their door in a secure, convenient and efficient way.”

To find out more about Travel Money, visit https://aerlingus.fexco.com/

More about Travel Money:

• Free delivery on orders above €750

• A postage charge of €6.00 will apply to orders below €750

• Minimum order is €400, maximum is €2,500

• All orders are fully insured and delivered via a secure network

• A signature will be required upon delivery

• Currencies marked as * in the order summary are excluded from next working day delivery service

• This service is provided by Fexco Bureau de Change

• Customer documents and receipts will be issued by Fexco Bureau de Change

• Orders received before 12 noon may be available for delivery next business day

• Customers can select a delivery date convenient for the guest

• Orders can be placed up to 10 days in advance of the delivery date

• A guest can surpass the free delivery threshold by combining multiple purchases in the one order, e.g. €400 worth of US Dollars and €400 worth of Canadian Dollars would qualify the guest for free delivery given the combined amount is greater than €750

About Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus is the national airline of Ireland and was founded in 1936. Today we operate 65 aircraft on over 100 routes to Europe, the UK, and North America and carry more than 12 million guests per year. We connect Europe and North America through our gateway hub at Dublin Airport, the only European Airport with US Pre-Clearance.

Aer Lingus is a value carrier, offering great choice, comfort and price, enabling guests to make smart choices based on their needs. We are Ireland’s only 4-Star airline as rated by Skytrax World Airline Awards for our consistent quality and excellence.

Aer Lingus recently unveiled a refreshed brand to align with its strategy to become the leading value carrier across the North Atlantic. Aer Lingus is a member of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world’s leading airline groups.

Smart Flies Aer Lingus. www.aerlingus.com

About Fexco

Recognised as one of the world’s original and most established fintech companies, Fexco employs over 2,300 people across the Group which is headquartered in Killorglin, Co. Kerry located in the South West of Ireland.  Founded in 1981, Fexco now has operations in 29 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, North America and Latin America.

Fexco serves some of the world’s biggest brands across multiple industries, predominantly in the payments and foreign exchange sectors, through a wide range of innovative products and services including; Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), Multi Currency Pricing (MCP), Tax Free Shopping and Retail FX. Fexco also offers bespoke Managed Business Solutions and Outsourcing services as well as a full suite of payment management solutions through its Corporate Payments business.

Since inception, Fexco has been driven by an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. This ethos has brought the company to new regions and industries of growth, connecting customers with exciting new opportunities. Through its commitment to partnership and innovation, the company has built an international network of customers.

To find out more visit www.fexco.com