Money

[Maryann]

Even when I stay AI, I usually budget $100 a day for myself, though usually don't spend it all. I take lots of 1 and 5 dollar bills and use those for tips. Also take travelers checks and cash as I need to, and use J's when purchasing things whenever possible. I avoid using my debit and credit cards because I have come home twice with "fraudulant charges," so I just don't bother anymore unless it's an emergency. I've been lucky because most of the places I like stay will cash my travelers checks, which saves me a trip to the cambio/bank.