Money

[sunray]

A good rule of thumb is to estimate how much you think you will need, then double that. The expenses add up faster than you think: cab fares, midnight jerk chicken runs, excursions, cycle rentals, tips, rum punches, gifts, etc, etc. Also, there always seems to be someone hanging around the cambios who are willing to give you a slightly better exchange rate. I have exchanged money with them, but beware if you go through them, as some will attempt to short change you. Do your math, and know exactly how much you have coming before you give them your cash. it can get confusing when you are dealing with a high exchange rate. I take my credit card size calculator with me everywhere.

NEVER change money with someone hanging around a cambio. They are only there for one sole purpose; to rip you off!

[Ras Walleye]

NEVER change money with someone hanging around a cambio. They are only there for one sole purpose; to rip you off!

This can not be emphasized enough. Only use a cambio, cash machine or bank.

The rule of thumb is, lay out all the clothes and all the money you are bringing to Jamaica. Now, put away half the clothes and get twice the money. Jamaica soon come, money soon go.