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For those of you travelling to Europe I feel a little clarification is needed regarding the European Union and the Euro.
There are now 27 countries in the European Union as follows :
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria [joined 1st January 2007]
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia [due to convert 1st January 2011]
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania Due to convert 1st January 2010]
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Romania [joined 1st January 2007]
Slovakia started use on 1st January 2009]
Slovenia [started use on 1st January 2007]
Spain
Sweden
United Kingdom.

Of these only the 15 in bold use the Euro as their currency. All others listed still use their own currency.

On the other hand Andorra, Kosovo, Montenegro, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican City are not members of the EU but do officially use the Euro as their currency.

Currently 3 more countries, Croatia, Macedonia & Turkey are seeking admission to the EU

All other European countries in Europe are NOT in the EU although some are applying for entry.

See this European Union Map for more information

Hope this helps clear up any queries.
 
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