Guwahati, April 7 -- Planning an international trip from Bangalore often starts with flights and hotels, but somewhere along the way, managing foreign currency becomes a practical concern that cannot be ignored. Many travelers still rely on traditional methods like cash, often comparing rates with currency exchange in Bangalore or other major cities to get a sense of value. But with newer options like forex cards becoming more common, the choice is no longer as simple as it used to be. What you pick can quietly affect how much you end up spending during your trip.

According to the Reserve Bank of India, Indian residents can purchase foreign exchange under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) up to a certain limit per financial year, a...