Georgia, Thanks for the input. I am with you on the Debit Card viewpoint. I don't have one, don't want one and would not use one.

I have only used an ATM a very few times here at home, not a fan of them at all.

Same with the cash situation. Take plenty, leave what you don't need that day or night in the safe. I somewhat learned the hard way. I either lost or had my wallet stolen at a restaurant several years ago (on the island) so I was out credit cards, license, etc. but did not have all my cash in it, but I had more than I would carry now.

When we dine out, often one person will charge for the group and then the others pay them back later in cash.