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American tourist dollar shock

The dollar is at its weakest ever against the euro and has fallen to a 26-year low against the British pound. A look at what the greenback will buy you in Europe this summer.

Coffee
Coffee
What: Grande latte at Starbucks, Piccadilly Circus, London

Cost: £2.29, or $4.69

VERSUS

What: Grande latte at Starbucks, Midtown, New York City

Cost: $3.69

Bottom line: When you're traveling overseas, it's the little things that add up. If you can't kick your caffeine habit, prepare for your dollars to turn quickly into change.

More information: www.starbucks.com

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