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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: silverfox82]
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12/31/2014 08:43 AM
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One thing I learned from this thread is that if you ever rob SilverFox, don't worry about his wallet, get his belt ! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: Canuck54]
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12/31/2014 10:29 AM
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words of wisdom from Goderich, Ontario, Canada.
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
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12/31/2014 11:25 AM
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You got that right. I'm not really in India at the moment.
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
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12/31/2014 11:30 AM
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GaKaye said: IP lookups are not always accurate. Mine comes up as New Jersey. Actually, yours currently comes up as Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: SXMWendell]
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12/31/2014 11:48 AM
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Beam me up, Scotty.
Think it is too late for Australia?
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: Rasputin]
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12/31/2014 11:51 AM
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Maybe with Dorothy and Toto. Are they still in Kansas?
Rah Rah Rasputin They put some poison into his wine He drank it all and said "I feel fine"
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Re: Carrying Cash
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01/04/2015 07:43 PM
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TeriDavis said: I got a notice from Belair Beach Hotel that as of January 30th businesses will no longer be accepting Travelers Checks. All businesses or just Belair?
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: TeriDavis]
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01/04/2015 08:10 PM
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Teri,
We returned home from the island on 12/13 and we were able to use TCs at many locations. Perhaps the Belair was referring to all businesses at the Belair.
Our favorite island restaurant no longer accepts them and he said it's because the bank he deals with won't, but at the same time, our favorite jeweler, among other locations we shopped while there and at least two casinos and one major grocery store, had no problems with accepting them. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: markis]
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01/04/2015 11:52 PM
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do as you would at home and you will be fine...happy holidays <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Kiss.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Carrying Cash
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01/05/2015 10:37 AM
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theonz said: do as you would at home and you will be fine...happy holidays <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Kiss.gif" alt="" /> Best advice I have heard yet... reminds me of something my Mother would have said. Thanks and Happy New Year!
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: singbeach]
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01/19/2015 08:38 AM
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singbeach said: Why do you take photocopies of passports with you? Don't forget you can register your travel with the U.S. State Dept. which can "supposedly" help in desperate times like lost passport, cash stolen and you're destitute and of course help should a natural disaster occur. Smart Traveler Enrollment Program A SERVICE OF THE BUREAU OF CONSULAR AFFAIRS U.S. Department of State ---------------------------------------------------------- From their FAQ Page - Consular officers at Embassies and Consulates can assist U.S. citizens who encounter serious legal, medical, or financial difficulties overseas. For example, if your passport is stolen while traveling, we can assist you with obtaining a replacement so you can continue your trip. We can also provide the names of English-speaking doctors or local attorneys, provide loans to destitute U.S. citizens, and provide information about dangerous conditions affecting your overseas travel or residence. We also perform non-emergency services, helping with routine passport applications, absentee voting, selective service registration, receiving federal benefits, and filing U.S. tax forms. Consular officers can notarize documents, issue passports, and register U.S. citizen children born abroad. Most embassies and consulates have web sites with more information about their citizen services. In a crisis situation such as a natural disaster or severe political instability, the Department of State often takes an active role in providing information and assistance to U.S. citizens in the affected area. Visit travel.state.gov for more information. *Please note that STEP enrollment is NOT considered proof of U.S. citizenship. If you apply for any services from the Embassy or Consulate while abroad, you will be asked by the consular staff to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. (If you are seeking assistance because your passport has been lost or stolen, we will work with you to obtain alternative proof of citizenship and identification.)
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: markis]
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01/19/2015 02:34 PM
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using debit cards for purchases, inside or outside the US is silly...we carry some cash and use ATMs (with no foreign transaction fees or service fees) when we need additional cash or need another currency (ie. Euros), and use a credit card with no foreign transaction fees for anything over ~$50
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Re: Carrying Cash
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01/19/2015 07:08 PM
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We use our BOA atm card to draw cash (in US dollars) as needed out of Scotia Bank, which is affiliated with BOA and doesn't charge us a fee. Otherwise, we use a credit card that doesn't charge us a foreign transaction fee.
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: sxmsandbum]
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01/20/2015 12:12 PM
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They are still accepted at numerous places with no problem. We used them last month. There are a few places that have stopped taking them because of the bank they use. All the casinos have no problem cashing them in any denomination.
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Re: Carrying Cash
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01/20/2015 04:28 PM
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islandgem said: They are still accepted at numerous places with no problem. We used them last month. There are a few places that have stopped taking them because of the bank they use. All the casinos have no problem cashing them in any denomination. Thanks Islandgem but someone posted that there was a notice sent out at I believe Belair stating the end of month of Jan that businesses would no longer be excepting them so was wondering if that was island wide or just Belair. thanks though. Was wondering if anyone there now has seen anything posted at businesses stating this.
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: sxmsandbum]
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01/21/2015 01:01 PM
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I do remember seeing this in reference to Belair. It looks like that resort is no longer cashing them, but others still seem to have no problems with them. If you are worried, just bring more cash or use the ATM machines that are available all over the island. I still prefer to bring travellers checks since they are known for their safety.
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Re: Carrying Cash
[Re: sxmsandbum]
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01/21/2015 01:56 PM
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sxmsandbum,
It's not quite the same thing as "being there now and seeing signs posted" regarding the TC question, but I just got off the phone with my island jeweler and he knew nothing about an island ban and he was still accepting TCs. Sadly, as we know, all things are subject to change, and for sure when we're talking about St. Maarten, but as a very busy island jeweler I should think he would know if this was an island-wide situation.
And as I mentioned in my earlier post, back in December, one of our favorite restaurant owners told us he no longer accepts them but only because the bank he deals with won't.
Like you, I was hoping someone there now might have firsthand knowledge but I guess they're having too much fun to be posting on a travel forum right now. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
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