QUESTIONS ANSWERED
How much cash in US$ should I bring with me? – $200 or $300 including some small bills.
Is it cheaper to change money from US $ to Euros, or to pull Euros from an ATM machine using a USA debit card?
It is cheapter to change money from a shop or place that advertises “money exchange” than from an ATM machine which often charges high service fees. If changing money from an ATM machine, use a bank ATM to avoid high fees. Avoid free standing ATM machines.
Cash vs. charge – Can I charge just about anything, anywhere in Greece?
Yes, however for small purchases under five Euros you might want to pay in cash so you aren’t pulling out your charge card regularly. Also, you will be able to make small purchases from street vendors if you have cash. When charging, choose to be charged in Euros, if asked if you want to use your home currency, to avoid poor conversion rates.
How can I keep my cash, credit cards, and passport safe?
Best to keep all these items in an inner, flat, zipper container that is out of sight around your waist. Nothing of this kind should be left in your room
Where should I keep small change in Euros for an inexpensive purchase?
Keep them in a small coin purse or wallet in a quick-access zipper fanny pack
Will there be a foreign transaction fee for foreign currency transactions when I use my charge/debit card? If so, how much?
Notify your charge/debit card issuer of your travel dates and destinations and ask your issuer whether it will impose any fees for foreign currency transactions.
Will we be needing any currency other than Euros? If so, where?
All places we will visit use Euros for currency except Bodwin, Turkey. They wll probably accept Euros there because it is a popular cruise stop for Greek cruises (Greece and Cyprus use Euros)
