1. Goods and services can be paid not only in local currency but also in US dollars. It's best to exchange currency in banks or exchange offices “casas de cambio”. Currency exchange can be offered in some hotels, as well as shops and markets, but the rate will be much less profitable.
2. Large restaurants, supermarkets, and entertainment facilities accept credit card payments. Payment cards of world-known systems are universally accepted, difficulties can only arise when paying with Diners Club and MasterCard cards.
3. Shoppers will be pleased with relatively low prices for a wide range of products. At the same time, owners of private shops and market vendors often inflate prices deliberately. When buying a product, you can and should bargain. Bargaining is not accepted only in large shopping malls.
4. The most popular souvenirs are crafts made of jasper and other semi-precious stones, national clothes, all sorts of ritual attributes and amulets. It is worth paying attention to leather goods, which are of very high quality.
6. In local restaurants and cafes, it is customary to leave tips, which make up about 10% of the bill. Also, some extra money can be left to porters, guides, and taxi drivers.
7. The mains voltage is 120 V, so for using some electrical devices, special adapters may be required. Guests can rent them in large hotels, but it's still best to stock up on adapters in advance.
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9. Going to nature reserves and parks, find out which areas are suitable for a picnic in advance. Making fire and stops are only allowed in a specially designated area.
