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Because you mentioned the exchange rate, I am wondering why you wouldn't want to use your credit card when possible. That'll get you the best exchange rate, especially if you have a card with no foreign transaction fees.

True. But I enjoy the markets, smaller restaurants etc. That credit card exchange fee adds up quickly, so we save it for big purchases. Like Moroccan rugs. LOL.

Hello everyone. Last time I traveled through 10 different countries in a short period of time was before the Euro became THE currency of Europe.

I am looking for suggestions for a multi-country cruise. I do not want to use a credit card in some of the smaller ports (e.g. Panama, Uruguay). Have previous travellers found the need to exchange money in each port? ATM? I am reluctant to use US$ because of our poor exchange rate.

Suggestions appreciated. Thank you.

Thank you everyone for your good advice. We usually visit ATMs and use credit cards, but for small amounts of local money we have tried to use US cash...small bills. This time we have multiple stops in a few countries (e.g. Chile), so I thought we may spend more.

I will look into ordering some money here, and I like the idea of selling back to the front desk. Never even considered Falklands!

DH is a naval historical fiction aficiando,

so The Horn will be pretty special. I am just happy not to plan, shop or cook for 40 days.

Hello everyone. Last time I traveled through 10 different countries in a short period of time was before the Euro became THE currency of Europe.

I am looking for suggestions for a multi-country cruise. I do not want to use a credit card in some of the smaller ports (e.g. Panama, Uruguay). Have previous travellers found the need to exchange money in each port? ATM? I am reluctant to use US$ because of our poor exchange rate.

Suggestions appreciated. Thank you.

Amazingly quick e Visa for Brazil. Really impressed. A few issues with the Passport page - only the part with the photo needs to be uploaded. Very helpful online / telephone support from the Canadian staff. And way less money than anyone else.

http://vfsglobal.com/brazil-evisa/