• Communication Tips
• Drinking Water
• Exchanging Money
• Intestinal Upset
• Mailing Packages Abroad
• Making Phone Calls
• Personal Travel and Touring
• Reducing Jet Lag
• Time Tables
• Travel Tips
• When You Arrive

Exchanging Money

Bus and rail depots as well as airports usually have provision for changing money. A similar situation exists at any border. Banks will also change money. Where time permits, comparison shopping will help students find the best places with which to deal. Posted rates of exchange frequently do not include an exchange commission that is charged. To avoid confusion and the possibility that exchange offices will not be open, students are advised to bring at least the equivalent of $50 U.S. in the currency of their international campus country or countries they may be visiting in route. Include some change or small bills for luggage carts.

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