Originally Posted by LoneTree

When I ask for the check/pay at the cashier I always specify that I want to pay in (insert local currency). Sometimes they know exactly why, sometimes they act confused and wonder why I wouldn't pay in euros or whatever.

You have the benefit of being able to converse in English at least. Often a clerk will feign ignorance or genuinely not be able to understand what you're talking about.

With Chip cards overseas you usually have the terminal directly in front of you with the ability to select menu options on the keypad. (i.e. currency selection.)